© The Royal Mint, 2021
© The Royal Mint, 2021
10 Pounds - Elizabeth II James Bond; Silver Piedfort
2021 year| Silver (.9999) | 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 | 2021 |
| Value | 10 Pounds 10 GBP = USD 13 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.9999) |
| Weight | 312.59 g |
| Diameter | 65 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#305466 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Aston Martin DB5 front on with James Bond's number plate above the 007 logo.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
A 4269 00
LC
007
Engraver: Laura Clancy
Edge
Reeded
Comment
In 2020, intended to coincide with the launch of the new James Bond 007 movie No Time to Die, the Royal Mint released a series of special issue James Bond 007 Aston Martin DB5 coins. As it turned out, the movie launch was delayed due to the international Covid-19 pandemic and released September 2021, this coin was issued as the film was released.The coin was also struck in a variety of denominations and metals including copper-nickel, silver proof and gold proof, with most issued in 2020. Issue limit: 130.
Note - the registration number on the car is different to the Silver proof version.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the James Bond Silver Piedfort coin is that it features a unique obverse design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, created by sculptor and engraver, Jody Clark. This is the first time that a non-circulating coin has featured this particular portrait of the Queen, making it a distinctive and collectible piece for coin enthusiasts and James Bond fans alike.
