© The Royal Mint, 2022
© The Royal Mint, 2022
10 Pounds - Elizabeth II Henry VII; Silver Piedfort
2022 year| Silver (.999) | 312.59 g | 65 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2022 |
| Value | 10 Pounds 10 GBP = USD 13 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 312.59 g |
| Diameter | 65 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#318360 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned portrait of Henry VII right within beaded inner circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HENRIC VII DI GRA REX AGL Z F
Translation: Henry the Seventh by the Grace of God King of England and France
Engraver: Alexander of Bruchsal
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The first issue in 5-year series, the British Monarchs, there will be a total of 21 monarchs, featuring iconic kings and queens from four royal houses: Tudor, Stuart, Hanover and Windsor, formerly known as Saxe-Coburg-Gotha.This release features a classic coinage portrait of Henry VII that appeared on Tudor coinage; the design was struck in a variety of precious metal compositions and denominations. Issue Limit: 156
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, with the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of Henry VII on the other. This is a special commemorative coin issued to celebrate the 500th anniversary of Henry VII's accession to the throne. The coin's design is meant to symbolize the continuity of the British monarchy throughout history.
