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1 Pound - Elizabeth II Northern Irish Flax; Silver Proof
| Silver (.925) | 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 |
| Years | 1986-1991 |
| Value | 1 Pound (1 GBP) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| 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#56386 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 49% |
Reverse
A flax plant representing Northern Ireland, encircled by the Royal Diadem
Script: Latin
Lettering: ONE POUND
Engraver: Leslie Durbin
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: DECUS ET TUTAMEN
Translation: An ornament and a safeguard
Comment
In 1986 the Royal Mint released the third one pound coin in the 'Royal Diadem' series. Released individually and later as part of the 1984-1987 One Pound Collection, this 1986 design was also struck in nickel-brass and silver piedfort. Issue limit: 50,000.This Leslie Durbin reverse design was repeated one more time on a second edition in 1991 and was also struck in nickel-brass. Issue Limit: 25,000
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Northern Irish Flax; Silver Proof) 1986-1991 from United Kingdom is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a stalk of Northern Irish Flax, which is a symbol of the region's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 37958 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1991 | 22922 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Northern Irish Flax; Silver Proof) 1986-1991 coin.
