1 Pound - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; Royal Shield, Gold Proof) 2015 front 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; Royal Shield, Gold Proof) 2015 back
1 Pound - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; Royal Shield, Gold Proof) 2015 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2015

1 Pound - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; Royal Shield, Gold Proof

2015 year
Gold (.9167) 19.62 g 22.5 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2015
Value
1 Pound (1&nbspGBP)
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.9167)
Weight
19.62 g
Diameter
22.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
15 October 2017
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#240708
Rarity index
95%

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

Also struck in nickel-brass and silver proof. Issue limit: 500.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; Royal Shield, Gold Proof) 2015 from United Kingdom 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.