1 Pound - Elizabeth II Royal Arms; Silver Piedfort
1993 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 | 1993 |
| Value | 1 Pound (1 GBP) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 19 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 15 October 2017 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#100722 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 72% |
Reverse
Royal Shield of Arms 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
This second edition of the one pound coin in the 'Heraldic Emblems' series was issued individually, while also being struck in nickel-brass and silver proof.© The Royal Mint, 1993
The Eric Sewell 'Royal Arms' reverse design was used three more times on piedforts in the years 1983, 1998 and 2003.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1993 Elizabeth II Silver Piedfort 1 Pound coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing the Royal Arms. This design was created by sculptor and engraver, Raphael Maklouf, and it includes a shield with the three lions of England, the thistle of Scotland, and the harp of Ireland. The coin's design is particularly notable because it was the first time that the Royal Arms had been featured on a British coin since the 1950s. Additionally, the use of silver piedfort, which is a technique that involves striking the coin twice to create a thicker and more detailed design, adds to the coin's uniqueness and collectibility.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 12500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Silver Piedfort) 1993 coin.
