1000 Pounds - Elizabeth II (The Who; Gold Proof) 2021 front 1000 Pounds - Elizabeth II (The Who; Gold Proof) 2021 back
1000 Pounds - Elizabeth II (The Who; Gold Proof) 2021 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2021

1000 Pounds - Elizabeth II The Who; Gold Proof

2021 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
2021
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
References
Numista
N#299234
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Image of a guitar shaped pinball machine, legend above

Note: Shockwave effect

Script: Latin

Lettering:
The Who
HDG

Engraver: Henry Gray

Edge

Plain with incuse symbols representing The Who

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 copper-nickel, colourised silver proof, silver proof, gold proof and bullion gold & silver. Issue Limt: 12

©The Royal Mint, 2021

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the iconic British rock band, The Who, on the reverse side. This coin is part of a limited edition collection, with only 250 coins minted, making it a highly sought-after collector's item for both coin enthusiasts and fans of the band.