1 Pound - Elizabeth II Royal Shield; Silver Piedfort
2008 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 | 2008 |
| 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#241014 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Royal Shield of Arms divides denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ONE POUND
Engraver: Matthew Dent
Edge
Reeded with incuse lettering.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DECUS ET TUTAMEN
Translation: An ornament and a safeguard
Comment
Introduced in 2008 when the small coinage designs were changed from the Emblems of Britain to the Royal Shield of Arms with the £1 coin showing the complete shield. It was issued individually (2,456 sales) and in the complete shield set (3,000 sales). The coin was also struck in nickel-brass, silver proof, gold proof and platinum proof.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Royal Shield; Silver Piedfort) 2008 coin from the United Kingdom is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin's reverse features a depiction of the Royal Shield, which is a symbol of the British monarchy and represents the unity of the four constituent countries of the United Kingdom: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The shield is surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves, adding to its symbolism and artistic appeal. This design was created specifically for this coin and is not found on any other coins in the series, making it a distinctive and collectible piece for coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5456 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 Shield; Silver Piedfort) 2008 coin.
