25 Pounds - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait; 1/4 oz Fine Gold) 1997 front 25 Pounds - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait; 1/4 oz Fine Gold) 1997 back
25 Pounds - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait; 1/4 oz Fine Gold) 1997 photo
© The Royal Mint, 1997

25 Pounds - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait; 1/4 oz Fine Gold

1997 year
Gold (.9167) 8.51 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1997
Value
25 Pounds 25 GBP = USD 33
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.9167)
Weight
8.51 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#104978
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Standing figure of Britannia in chariot drawn along seashore by two horses, legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
QUARTER'OUNCE'FINE'GOLD'1997
PN
BRITANNIA

Engraver: Philip Nathan

Edge

Reeded

Comment

One quarter Troy ounce fine gold alloyed with silver. Issued to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Gold Britannia in a 4-coin set, with an issue limit of 1,500 (892 sales) and in a 2-coin set with a half sovereign (no sales data), and individually with an issue limit of 2,500 (923 sales).

© The Royal Mint, 1997

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 the famous St. Edward's Crown on the other. The St. Edward's Crown is a historic crown that has been used in the coronation ceremonies of British monarchs for centuries, and it is now housed in the Tower of London. The coin's design was created by sculptor and engraver, Ian Rank-Broadley, and it is considered a rare and collectible item among coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  1815 - - - - - -

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