© The Royal Mint, 2018
© The Royal Mint, 2018
10 Pence - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; H - Houses of Parliament
| Nickel plated steel | 6.5 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 2018-2019 |
| Value | 10 Pence 0.10 GBP = USD 0.13 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Nickel plated steel |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#135505 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
The letter ‘H’ above the official logo for the Houses of Parliament.
Script: Latin
Lettering: H
Engraver: The Royal Mint Team
Edge
Milled
Comment
One of twenty-six 10 pence coins in the Quintessentially British A to Z collection featuring a different letter to represent and celebrate different British landmarks and traditions. The Houses of Parliament are the government meeting place for the House of Commons and the House of Lords at the Palace of Westminster, London.From the Royal Mint website for 2019: "There is an unlimited mintage set against the collectable Uncirculated Great British Coin Hunt A-Z 2019 10p coins made. However, 2.1 million circulating versions of the coins will be released into circulation from February 2019."
As well as being issued for circulation the 2018 coin was available to purchase individually and in a complete folder (37,992 sales) with all 26 designs, the design was also struck in silver proof.
© The Royal Mint, 2018
While issued for circulation the 2019 coin was available to purchase individually (3,149 sales), individually in packs (495 sales) as well as to third parties in trade bags (8,000 sales) and in a complete folder with all 26 designs (15,660 sales).
© The Royal Mint, 2019
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that depicts the Houses of Parliament in London, which is a notable landmark in the United Kingdom. The design is meant to commemorate the 2018-2019 renovation of the Houses of Parliament, which is a significant event in British history. The coin's design is also notable for its attention to detail, as it includes intricate features such as the clock tower and the River Thames in the background. Overall, this coin is a fascinating piece of numismatic history that serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the United Kingdom.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 135933 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2019 | 27304 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pence - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; H - Houses of Parliament) 2018-2019 coin.
