© The Royal Mint, 2020
© The Royal Mint, 2020
1000 Pounds - Elizabeth II David Bowie; Gold Proof
2020 year| Gold (.9999) | 1005 g | 100 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | 1000 Pounds 1000 GBP = USD 1309 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 1005 g |
| Diameter | 100 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#268626 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
An image of David Bowie, with stars left, lightning bolt behind, legend right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BOWIE
JC
Engraver: Jody Clark
Edge
Plain with patterned edge
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 and gold proof. Issue Limit: 11© The Royal Mint, 2020
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the life and legacy of David Bowie, a legendary British musician and artist. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse side features an image of Bowie in his iconic "Ziggy Stardust" persona, along with the inscription "David Bowie 1947-2016" and the coin's denomination. The coin's design was created by artist and designer, Jody Clark, who is known for his work on various coins and medals. The coin's gold proof finish adds an extra layer of elegance and sophistication to the design, making it a truly special collector's item for fans of Bowie and numismatics alike.
