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1 Pound - Elizabeth II Concorde
2008 year| Gold (.999) | 1.24 g | 13.92 mm |
| Issuer | Alderney (Guernsey) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 1 Pound 1 GGP = USD 1.31 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 1.24 g |
| Diameter | 13.92 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#326076 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Concorde view from above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1969 2003
£1
Engraver: Royal Mint Engraving Team
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Photos with permission of © cambridgeshire_coins:Interesting fact
The 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Concorde) 2008 coin from Alderney (Guernsey) made of Gold (.999) weighing 1.24 g is a unique and rare coin that features an image of the Concorde supersonic jet on its reverse side. This coin was issued to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Concorde's first flight, which took place on March 2, 1969. The Concorde was a revolutionary aircraft that was capable of flying at speeds up to Mach 2.04 (1,354 mph or 2,180 km/h) and was in service from 1976 to 2003. The coin's design was created by sculptor and engraver, Edgar Fuller, and it is considered a sought-after collector's item among coin enthusiasts and aviation enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Concorde) 2008 coin.
