1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Belfast; Gold Proof) 2010 front 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Belfast; Gold Proof) 2010 back
1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Belfast; Gold Proof) 2010 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2010

1 Pound - Elizabeth II Belfast; Gold Proof

2010 year
Gold (.9167) 15.98 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
2010
Value
1 Pound (1&nbspGBP)
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.9167)
Weight
15.98 g
Diameter
22.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
15 October 2017
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#222221
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

The official badges of the capital cities of the United Kingdom with the badge of Belfast being the principle focus.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ONE POUND
BELFAST

Engraver: Stuart Devlin

Edge

Milled with incuse lettering

Lettering: PRO TANTO QUID RETRIBUAMUS

Translation: What shall we give in return for so much

Comment

The second of four Stuart Devlin Capital City designs, the others being Cardiff, Edinburgh and London. This design was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and silver piedfort.

©The Royal Mint, 2010

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Belfast; Gold Proof) 2010 coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing the Belfast Castle, which is a historic castle located in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The castle was built in the 19th century and has been used for various purposes over the years, including serving as a military hospital during World War II. The coin's reverse design was created by artist Paul Day, who is known for his intricate and detailed designs on coins. The Belfast Castle is depicted in a beautiful and detailed manner, surrounded by a decorative border, making the coin a standout piece in the Elizabeth II coin collection.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2010  585 - - - - - -

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