© The Royal Mint, 2016
© The Royal Mint, 2016
10 Pounds - Elizabeth II William Shakespeare; Gold Proof
2016 year| Gold (.9999) | 156.3 g | 50 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 10 Pounds 10 GBP = USD 13 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 156.3 g |
| Diameter | 50 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#237664 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Central bust of William Shakespeare, legend around, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PUT MONEY IN THY PURSE
OTHELLO
ACT1 SC.3
· 2016 ·
Engraver: Tom Phillips
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the death of William Shakespeare, the coin was issued in both silver and gold proof. Issue limit: 50.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design depicting William Shakespeare, one of the greatest playwrights in the English language, on the reverse side, which was created by sculptor and engraver, John Bergdahl.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 50 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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