© The Royal Mint, 2008
© The Royal Mint, 2008
25 Pounds - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; 1/4 oz Fine Gold
2008 year| Gold (.9167) | 8.51 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#303479 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Standing figure of Britannia holding trident with shield at her side, the folds of her dress transforming into a wave, legend above and below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· BRITANNIA 2008 ·
JB
1/4 OUNCE FINE GOLD
Engraver: John Bergdahl
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Released as part of the 2008 4-coin Gold Britannia set, with an issue limit of 1,250 (1,250 sales) and individually with an issue limit of 1,000 (1,000 sales).© The Royal Mint, 2008
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley. This portrait was used for the first time in 2008 and is the fourth different portrait of the Queen to appear on British coins since her accession to the throne in 1952.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Pounds - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; 1/4 oz Fine Gold) 2008 coin.
