© The Royal Mint, 2022
© The Royal Mint, 2022
2000 Pounds - Elizabeth II Seymour Panther; Gold Proof
2022 year| Gold (.999) | 2010 g | 150 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2022 |
| Value | 2000 Pounds 2000 GBP = USD 2617 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 2010 g |
| Diameter | 150 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#307808 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
An image of a Panther, legend above, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· SEYMOUR PANTHER ·
2022
Engraver: David Lawrence
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The first 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 2000 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Seymour Panther; Gold Proof) 2022 coin is that it features a unique design of the Seymour Panther, a mythical creature that is said to have been featured on the first coinage of King Edward I of England in the 13th century. The panther is depicted standing on its hind legs and holding a shield with the royal arms of the United Kingdom. This design was created by artist and engraver, Jody Clark, and is exclusive to this particular coin.
