© The Royal Mint, 2004
© The Royal Mint, 2004
1 Pound - Elizabeth II Forth Bridge; Gold Proof
| Gold (.9167) | 19.6 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 | 2004-2008 |
| Value | 1 Pound (1 GBP) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 19.6 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 15 October 2017 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#216158 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
A representation of the Forth Railway Bridge inside a border of railway tracks.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ONE POUND
Engraver: Edwina Ellis
Edge
Milled with a decorative pattern symbolising bridges and pathways
Comment
The first of four Edwina Ellis bridge designs, the Forth Railway Bridge is a cantilever railway bridge over the Firth of Forth in the east of Scotland, 9 miles (14 km) west of Edinburgh city centre. It is considered an iconic structure and a symbol of Scotland (having been voted Scotland's greatest man-made wonder in 2016) and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.The 2004 coin was issued individually and later as part of the 4-coin set, it was also struck in nickel-brass, silver proof and silver piedfort. Issue Limit: 5,000
© The Royal Mint, 2004
The 2008 piece was issued in a 14-piece set to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the £1 coin and was also struck in silver proof with selective gold plating.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that the Forth Bridge, which is featured on the reverse side of the coin, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's a cantilever bridge that spans the Firth of Forth in Scotland, and it was opened in 1890. The bridge is considered an iconic symbol of Scotland and is known for its striking industrial architecture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 2618 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2008 | 150 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Forth Bridge; Gold Proof) 2004-2008 coin.
