© The Royal Mint, 2016
© The Royal Mint, 2016
1 Pound - Elizabeth II Last Round Pound; Silver Piedfort
2016 year| Silver (.925) | 19 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 | 2016 |
| Value | 1 Pound 1 GBP = USD 1.31 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 19 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#87361 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
A crown at the centre of four quarters containing a Lion, Dragon, Stag & Unicorn representing the four heraldic beasts of the constituent countries of the United Kingdom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ONE
POUND
GKC
Engraver: Gregory Cameron
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: DECUS ET TUTAMEN
Translation: An ornament and a safeguard
Comment
A commemorative edition of the last round £1 coin before it's 12-sided replacement was released in 2017. The designer, Gregory Cameron, is a Bishop of the Anglican Church of Wales. A limited-edition presentation of the coin alone issued with a 3,000 limit.Issued as part of the Annual Silver Piedfort Sets for 2016 (456 sales) as well as individually (2,993 sales), the design was also issued in copper-nickel, silver proof and gold proof. Issue Limit: 4,000
©The Royal Mint, 2016
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Last Round Pound coin is that it was designed to be a special commemorative coin, minted to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the round pound coin. It features a unique design that showcases the Royal Coat of Arms, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves, and has a limited mintage of only 100,000 coins. Additionally, the coin is made of sterling silver, which gives it a distinctive shine and adds to its collectibility.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 3449 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Last Round Pound; Silver Piedfort) 2016 coin.
