1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Scottish Thistle; Gold Proof) 2008 front 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Scottish Thistle; Gold Proof) 2008 back
1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Scottish Thistle; Gold Proof) 2008 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2008

1 Pound - Elizabeth II Scottish Thistle; Gold Proof

2008 year
Gold (.9167) 19.62 g 22.5 mm
Description
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&nbspGBP)
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.9167)
Weight
19.62 g
Diameter
22.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
15 October 2017
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#278055
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Scottish thistle encircled by the Royal Diadem, denomination below

Script: Latin

Lettering: ONE POUND

Engraver: Leslie Durbin

Edge

Milled with incuse lettering

Lettering: NEMO ME IMPUNE LACESSIT

Translation: No one provokes me with impunity

Comment

The reverse design was originally issued in 1984 with the second portrait by Arnold Machin. This piece was issued in a 14-piece set to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the £1 coin and was also struck in silver proof with selective gold plating.

© The Royal Mint, 2008

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Scottish Thistle; Gold Proof) 2008 coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a Scottish thistle, which is a symbol of Scotland and represents courage, strength, and resilience.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2008  150 - - - - - -

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