100 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Little John; 1 oz Fine Gold) 2022 front 100 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Little John; 1 oz Fine Gold) 2022 back
100 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Little John; 1 oz Fine Gold) 2022 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2022

100 Pounds - Elizabeth II Little John; 1 oz Fine Gold

2022 year
Gold (.9999) 31.1 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
2022
Value
100 Pounds 100 GBP = USD 131
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999)
Weight
31.1 g
Diameter
32.69 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#319965
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Image of Little John holding wooden staff with Sherwood Forest in the background, legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LITTLE JOHN·1 OZ·FINE GOLD·999·9·2022
JC

Engraver: Jody Clark

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Third and final in a series of 3 bullion issues, the others being Robin Hood and Maid Marian. Also issued in silver bullion

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design of Little John, a character from the legend of Robin Hood, on its reverse side. This design is a departure from the traditional depiction of Elizabeth II on British coins, and was created by artist and designer, Jody Clark. The use of Little John's image on the coin is a nod to the rich history and folklore of the United Kingdom, and adds an element of fun and excitement to the coin's design.