100 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Falcon of Plantagenets; Gold Proof) 2019 front 100 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Falcon of Plantagenets; Gold Proof) 2019 back
100 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Falcon of Plantagenets; Gold Proof) 2019 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2019

100 Pounds - Elizabeth II Falcon of Plantagenets; Gold Proof

2019 year
Gold (.999) 31.21 g 32.69 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2019
Value
100 Pounds 100 GBP = USD 131
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
31.21 g
Diameter
32.69 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#224202
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

A falcon clutching the personal badge of Edward IV depicting a smaller white falcon gripping an open fetterlock in its talons.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· 2019 ·
FALCON OF THE PLANTAGENETS
JC

Engraver: Jody Clark

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The fifth 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 Falcon of the Plantagenets there were 14 different issues of varying metals, denominations and years of issue, which all share Jody Clark's design. Issue Limit: 445

©The Royal Mint, 2019

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 100 Pound - Elizabeth II (Falcon of Plantagenets; Gold Proof) 2019 coin is that it features a unique design depicting the Falcon of Plantagenets, a symbol associated with the Plantagenet dynasty that ruled England from the 12th to the 15th century. The coin's design is particularly notable because it was created by acclaimed artist and designer, Jody Clark, who is known for his work on various coins and medals for the Royal Mint. The coin's gold content and proof finish also add to its value and collectibility, making it a highly sought-after piece among coin collectors and enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2019  424 - - - - - -

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