© The Royal Mint, 2018
© The Royal Mint, 2018
100 Pounds - Elizabeth II Red Dragon of Wales; Gold Proof
2018 year| Gold (.9999) | 31.21 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 (.9999) |
| Weight | 31.21 g |
| Diameter | 32.69 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#223849 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Welsh dragon surmounting shield of arms of Llewelyn the Great, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·2018·
RED DRAGON OF WALES
JC
Engraver: Jody Clark
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The third 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.Issued individually, for the Red Dragon of Wales there were 14 different issues of varying metals, denominations and years of issue, which all share Jody Clark's design. Issue limit: 500
Interesting fact
The Red Dragon of Wales coin features a unique design, showcasing the fierce red dragon, a symbol of Wales, on the reverse side, while the obverse side bears the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number minted, making it a sought-after addition to any coin collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 497 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Red Dragon of Wales; Gold Proof) 2018 coin.
