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© The London Coin Company
1 Pound - Elizabeth II Royal Arms; Platinum Proof
2008 year| Platinum (.9995) | 19.59 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 | Platinum (.9995) |
| Weight | 19.59 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 15 October 2017 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#278185 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Royal Arms with supporters above denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE
DIEU ET MON DROIT
ONE POUND
Translation:
Shame on he who thinks evil of it
God and my right
Engraver: Eric Sewell
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: DECUS ET TUTAMEN
Translation: An ornament and a safeguard
Comment
Issued as part of the changeover from the Emblems of Britain to the Royal Shield as part of the dual set to commemorate the change from the 4th portrait to the 5th, it was also available individually. The coin was also struck in nickel-brass, silver proof, silver proof with gold highlighting and gold proof© The Royal Mint, 2008
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Royal Arms; Platinum Proof) 2008 coin from the United Kingdom is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing the Royal Arms, which are the arms of the British monarch, and are used to symbolize the power and authority of the Crown. The Royal Arms have a rich history and are a prominent symbol of British culture and heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Royal Arms; Platinum Proof) 2008 coin.
