© The Royal Mint, 2015
© The Royal Mint, 2015
1 Pound - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; Royal Shield
| Nickel brass | 9.5 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 2015-2016 |
| Value | 1 Pound (1 GBP) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 9.5 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 15 October 2017 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#70554 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 30% |
Reverse
Royal Shield of Arms divides denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering: ONE POUND
Engraver: Matthew Dent
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: DECUS ET TUTAMEN
Translation: An ornament and a safeguard
Comment
This fifth portrait coin was not struck for circulation and can only be found in Proof and Brilliant Uncirculated sets for both 2015 & 2016.2015 BU issue limit: 75,000
2015 Proof issue limit: 40,000 (including both 4th & 5th portrait issues)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing the Royal Shield, which is a symbol of the British monarchy and represents the unity of the four constituent countries of the United Kingdom: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 3205 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2016 | 7328 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; Royal Shield) 2015-2016 coin.
