200 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Henry VII; Gold Proof) 2022 front 200 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Henry VII; Gold Proof) 2022 back
200 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Henry VII; Gold Proof) 2022 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2022

200 Pounds - Elizabeth II Henry VII; Gold Proof

2022 year
Gold (.9999) 62.42 g 40 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
200 Pounds 200 GBP = USD 261
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999)
Weight
62.42 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#318362
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned portrait of Henry VII right within beaded inner circle, legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: HENRIC VII DI GRA REX AGL Z F

Translation: Henry the Seventh by the Grace of God King of England and France

Engraver: Alexander of Bruchsal

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The first issue in 5-year series, the British Monarchs, there will be a total of 21 monarchs, featuring iconic kings and queens from four royal houses: Tudor, Stuart, Hanover and Windsor, formerly known as Saxe-Coburg-Gotha.

This release features a classic coinage portrait of Henry VII that appeared on Tudor coinage; the design was struck in a variety of precious metal compositions and denominations. This strike was also issued in a 2-coin set with a Henry VII angel (issue limit 10) Issue limit: 195.

© The Royal Mint, 2022

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of King Henry VII on the other. This is a special commemorative design, as 2022 marks the 500th anniversary of Henry VII's accession to the throne.