© The Royal Mint, 2020
© The Royal Mint, 2020
1000 Pounds - Elizabeth II The band Queen; Gold Proof
2020 year| Gold (.999) | 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 (.999) |
| Weight | 1005 g |
| Diameter | 100 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#225529 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
The instruments of all four founder members of the band: guitar, bass, bass drum, and grand piano.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
QUEEN
CF
Engraver: Chris Facey
Edge
Plain with piano patterned edge
Comment
The first in a series celebrating British music legends. The first time a British band has been showcased on a UK coin which unique surface highlighting on the piano keys – showcasing the opening chords to the piano medley of their most iconic track – Bohemian Rhapsody. In addition, the coin has a piano pattern effect on the edge of the coin.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: 6 (same number of UK Number 1 singles achieved by Queen.)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that combines the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II with the iconic logo of the rock band Queen, creating a commemoration of the band's music and legacy.
