© The Royal Mint, 2018
© The Royal Mint, 2018
100 Pounds - Elizabeth II Black Bull of Clarence; 1 oz Fine Gold
2018 year| Gold (.999) | 31.1 g | 32.69 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2018 |
| Value | 100 Pounds 100 GBP = USD 131 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 32.69 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#223909 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
A bull supporting the shield of arms used by Edward IV and Richard III as well as the sovereigns of the House of Lancaster and Tudor, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BLACK BULL OF CLARENCE 1oz · FINE GOLD · 999.9 · 2018
JC
Engraver: Jody Clark
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The fourth design in The Queen's Beast series which began in 2016, there are 10 Beasts in total which are a representation of the statues that stood in Westminster Abbey on the Queen's Coronation in 1953. The statues are now on display in the Canadian Museum of History.For the Black Bull of Clarence there were 14 different issues of varying metals, denominations and years of issue, which all share Jody Clark's design.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that the Black Bull of Clarence, featured on the reverse side of the coin, is a symbol of strength and courage and has been associated with the British monarchy for centuries. It is said to have been a favorite symbol of Queen Elizabeth II's father, King George VI, and has been featured on various coins and currency throughout the years.
