1 Pound - Elizabeth II Menai 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#213759 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
A representation of the Menai Bridge inside a border of railings and stanchions, 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 2005, 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 (2,808 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, showcasing a section of the Menai Suspension Bridge, which connects the island of Anglesey to the Welsh mainland. The bridge was designed by Thomas Telford and completed in 1826, and it remains an important landmark in the region. The coin's design highlights the bridge's engineering and historical significance, making it a fascinating collector's item for anyone interested in British history and architecture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4813 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Menai Bridge; Silver Proof) 2008 coin.
