1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Crowned Royal Shield; Silver Proof) 1988 front 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Crowned Royal Shield; Silver Proof) 1988 back
1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Crowned Royal Shield; Silver Proof) 1988 photo

1 Pound - Elizabeth II Crowned Royal Shield; Silver Proof

1988 year
Silver (.925) 9.5 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
1988
Value
1 Pound (1&nbspGBP)
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
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
References
Numista
N#43388
Rarity index
52%

Reverse

Crowned Royal Shield of Arms above denomination

Script: Latin

Lettering: ONE POUND

Engraver: Derek Gorringe

Edge

Milled with incuse lettering

Lettering: DECUS ET TUTAMEN

Translation: An ornament and a safeguard

Comment

Issued individually, while also struck in nickel brass and silver piedfort. Issue Limit: 50,000

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1988 Elizabeth II Silver Proof 1 Pound coin is that it features a unique crowned royal shield design, which was specifically created for this coin. The shield is adorned with intricate details and features the royal crest of the United Kingdom, making it a standout piece in the collection of any coin enthusiast.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1988  50000 - - - - - -

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 (Crowned Royal Shield; Silver Proof) 1988 coin.