© The Royal Mint, 2021
© The Royal Mint, 2021
100 Pounds - Elizabeth II The Who; Gold Proof
2021 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 | 2021 |
| 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#295139 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Image of a guitar shaped pinball machine, legend above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
The Who
HDG
Engraver: Henry Gray
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued as part of the Music Legends series, the coin was also struck in a variety of denominations and metals including copper-nickel, colourised silver proof, silver proof, gold proof and bullion gold & silver. Issue Limt: 360©The Royal Mint, 2021
There was also a bullion strike
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the iconic logo of the British rock band, The Who, on the reverse side. This design was created to commemorate the band's 50th anniversary and is the first time that a British coin has featured a rock band's logo. The coin's obverse side features the traditional portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. This coin is a rare and collectible item, with only 250 of them minted, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.
