10 Pounds - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; 1/10 oz Fine Gold) 2015 front 10 Pounds - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; 1/10 oz Fine Gold) 2015 back
10 Pounds - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; 1/10 oz Fine Gold) 2015 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2015

10 Pounds - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; 1/10 oz Fine Gold

2015 year
Gold (.9999) (textured fields) 3.13 g 16.5 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2015
Value
10 Pounds 10 GBP = USD 13
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999) (textured fields)
Weight
3.13 g
Diameter
16.5 mm
Thickness
1.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#236135
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Standing image of Britannia holding a trident in her right hand, with a shield bearing the Union flag and an olive sprig in her left hand, legend around.

Note: textured field

Script: Latin

Lettering:
'BRITANNIA'2015' 1/10 oz '999.9'FINE'GOLD'
NATHAN

Engraver: Philip Nathan

Edge

Reeded

Comment

With textured fields to both sides.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique textured design on its fields, which adds a distinctive touch to its appearance. The textured design is created through a process called "reeding," which involves engraving small grooves or ridges onto the surface of the coin. This technique not only adds visual interest to the coin but also helps to prevent counterfeiting. The textured fields on this coin are particularly noteworthy because they are made of 99.99% fine gold, which is a high level of purity that is prized by collectors and investors. Overall, the combination of the coin's unique design, high gold content, and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collectible item.