© The Royal Mint, 1998
© The Royal Mint, 1998
1 Pound - Elizabeth II Royal Arms; 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 | 1998-2013 |
| Value | 1 Pound (1 GBP) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 9.5 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Thickness | 3.15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 15 October 2017 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#45979 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 57% |
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
This is the third time Eric Sewell's 'Royal Arms' reverse design has appeared on the £1 coin. It was originally used on the first-round pound, issued in 1983, paired with the Arnold Machin second portrait of HM The Queen and then it featured on the 1993 issue, paired with the Raphael Maklouf third portrait on the obverse.The 1998 strike was issued individually, while also being struck in nickel-brass and silver piedfort
© The Royal Mint, 1998
The 2003 strike was issued individually even though it was the 20th anniversary of the £1 coin no special issue was released; the design was also struck in nickel-brass and silver piedfort.
© The Royal Mint, 2003
The 2008 strike was issued to commemorate the change to the new royal shield design, which was issued individually as well as in the emblems of Britain set, while the silver proof with selective gold highlighting was struck to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the £1 coin. The design was also struck in gold proof and platinum proof.
The 2013 strike was issued in a 3-coin set to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the £1 coin alongside the Crowned Royal Shield design by Derek Gorringe and the Royal Shield design by Matthew Dent. It was also struck in gold proof.
2003 Issue Limit: 25,000
2008 Issue Limit: 30,000
2013 Issue Limit: 3,500
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing the Royal Arms, which are the arms of the British monarch, and have been used in various forms since the 12th century. The Royal Arms are a symbol of the monarch's authority and are used on various official documents, buildings, and coins. The design on the coin features the shield of the Royal Arms, which is divided into four quarters, each representing a different part of the United Kingdom: England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales. The coin's design is a nod to the rich history and heritage of the British monarchy and is a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 13863 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2003 | 15830 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2008 | 18484 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2013 | 1311 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 Proof) 1998-2013 coin.
