1000 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Lion of England; Gold Proof) 2022 front 1000 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Lion of England; Gold Proof) 2022 back
1000 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Lion of England; Gold Proof) 2022 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2022

1000 Pounds - Elizabeth II Lion of England; Gold Proof

2022 year
Gold (.9999) 1005 g 100 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
1000 Pounds 1000 GBP = USD 1308
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
References
Numista
N#321670
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Image of crowned Lion of England holding shield of arms, legend above, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· LION OF ENGLAND ·
DL
2022

Engraver: David Lawrence

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The second design in the Royal Tudor Beasts series, there are a total of ten Beasts representing the statues that stand in Hampton Court Palace.

This David Lawrence reverse design was struck in a variety of base and precious metal compositions and denominations.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing the Lion of England, which is a symbol of strength, courage, and royalty. The lion is depicted standing on its hind legs, with its front paws resting on a shield, and its head turned to the left, as if looking back at its tail. The design is intricately detailed and showcases the craftsmanship of the Royal Mint.