1 Pound - Elizabeth II Forth Bridge; Silver Proof
2008 year| Silver (.925) (with selective gold plating) | 9.5 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 1 Pound (1 GBP) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (with selective gold plating) |
| Weight | 9.5 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 15 October 2017 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#213752 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
A representation of the Forth Railway Bridge inside a border of railway tracks, denomination below
Script: Latin
Lettering: ONE POUND
Engraver: Edwina Ellis
Edge
Milled with a decorative pattern symbolising bridges and pathways
Comment
The design was first issued in 2004, this issue was struck as part of a set of 14 different £1 designs with selected gold plating to the reverse (2,005 sales), issued to mark the twenty fifth anniversary of the first issue of the UK one pound coin in 1983 with an issue limit of 3,000 for the complete set. Also issued individually (2,815 sales), while also being struck in gold proof. Issue Limit: 15,000Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Forth Bridge, a famous Scottish landmark, on the reverse side, while the obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. The selective gold plating on the coin adds an extra layer of elegance and sophistication to the design, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4820 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Silver Proof) 2008 coin.
