1 Pound - Elizabeth II Northern Irish Flax; 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#68343 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Flax Plant and Royal Diadem representing Northern Ireland, denomination below
Script: Latin
Lettering: ONE POUND
Engraver: Leslie Durbin
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: DECUS ET TUTAMEN
Translation: An ornament and a safeguard
Comment
The design was originally issued in 1986 with the 3rd portrait by Raphael David Maklouf, 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 (2,930 sales), while also being struck in gold proof. Issue Limit: 15,000Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Northern Irish Flax; Silver Proof) 2008 from United Kingdom is that it features a unique design that showcases the Northern Irish Flax, which is a plant that is native to Northern Ireland. The coin's design highlights the plant's importance in the region's history and culture. Additionally, the coin's selective gold plating adds an extra layer of elegance and sophistication to the coin's overall appearance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4935 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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) 2008 coin.
