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1 Pound - Elizabeth II Sir Francis Drake
2008 year| Gold (.999) | 1.24 g | 13.92 mm |
| Issuer | Alderney (Guernsey) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 1 Pound 1 GGP = USD 1.31 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 1.24 g |
| Diameter | 13.92 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#100571 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Bust of Sir Francis Drake, denomination below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SIR FRANCIS DRAKE
ONE POUND
Engraver: Danuta Solowiej-Wedderburn
Edge
Reeded
Comment
In Krauze catalogues wrongly listed under year 2007. In fact, coin is dated 2008.Similar silver coin 5 Pounds was issued in 2007, still with Queen's portrait by RDM while the gold 1 Pound is issued in 2008 with new portrait by IRB.
CoA (photos from montbutikken.dk):
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design depicting Sir Francis Drake, a famous British explorer and naval officer, on the reverse side, while the obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. This coin was issued to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Drake's circumnavigation of the globe, which took place from 1577 to 1580. The coin's design and the fact that it is made of gold make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Sir Francis Drake) 2008 coin.
