© The Royal Mint, 2021
© The Royal Mint, 2021
1000 Pounds - Elizabeth II White Horse of Hanover; Gold Proof
2021 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 | 2021 |
| Value | 1000 Pounds 1000 GBP = USD 1308 |
| 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#287958 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
White Horse of Hanover supporting a shield portraying The House of Hanover, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· 2020 ·
JC
WHITE HORSE OF HANOVER
Engraver: Jody Clark
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The eighth design in The Queen's Beasts series which began in 2016 with the Lion of England, there are a total of ten Beasts representing the statues that stood in Westminster Abbey on the Queen's Coronation in 1953. The original statues are now on display in the Canadian Museum of History at Gatineau, whilst James Woodford's sculpted replicas stand in the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew, London.This Jody Clark 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 the White Horse of Hanover, which is a symbol of the British monarchy and has been used on various coins throughout history. The horse is depicted in a majestic pose, with its mane and tail flowing in the wind, and is surrounded by intricate details and designs that add to its beauty and value. The coin's gold content and proof finish also make it a highly sought-after collector's item.
