© The Royal Mint, 1998
© The Royal Mint, 1998
1 Pound - Elizabeth II Royal Arms; Silver Piedfort
| 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 |
| Years | 1998-2003 |
| 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#79144 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 70% |
Reverse
Royal Arms with denomination below
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
The third edition of the one-pound coin in the 'Heraldic Emblems' series. The Eric Sewell 'Royal Arms' reverse design was used two more times on piedforts in the years, 1983 and 1993. Both the 1998 & 2003 coins were also struck in nickel-brass and silver proof.© The Royal Mint, 1998
The 2003 strike was issued individually as well as in the Annual Silver Piedfort set
© The Royal Mint, 2003
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing the Royal Arms, which are the arms of the British monarch, and have been used by the Royal Family for centuries. The design is particularly special because it includes the motto "Dieu et mon Droit" (God and my Right), which is a French phrase that has been associated with the British monarchy since the time of King Richard I, also known as Richard the Lionheart. The use of this motto on the coin adds an extra layer of historical significance and cultural heritage to an already beautiful and collectible coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 7894 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2003 | 9871 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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) 1998-2003 coin.
