10 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Gothic Crown Portrait; Silver Proof) 2021 front 10 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Gothic Crown Portrait; Silver Proof) 2021 back
10 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Gothic Crown Portrait; Silver Proof) 2021 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2021

10 Pounds - Elizabeth II Gothic Crown Portrait; Silver Proof

2021 year
Silver (.999) 156.3 g 65 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2021
Value
10 Pounds 10 GBP = USD 13
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
156.3 g
Diameter
65 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#319848
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned and draped bust of Queen Victoria left, legend around.

Lettering:
VICTORIA DEI GRATIA BRITANNIAR : REG : F : D·
W.W.

Translation:
Victoria by the Grace of God Queen of the Britains Defender of the Faith
(Victoria Dei Gratia Britanniarum Regina Fidei Defensatrix)

Engraver: William Wyon

Edge

Reeded

Comment

A re-interpretation of William Wyon's original Gothic Crown obverse from 1847, the fourth in a series of coins in the Great Engravers series. The coin was issued in a variety of denominations in both gold and silver proof. Issue limit: 506.

© The Royal Mint, 2021

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique Gothic Crown Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which is a departure from the traditional depiction of the monarch on British coins. The Gothic Crown design was inspired by the Gothic architecture of the Middle Ages and features intricate details and ornamentation. It's a distinctive feature that sets this coin apart from other coins in the series and makes it a standout piece for collectors.