25 Pounds - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; 1/4 oz Fine Platinum) 2017 front 25 Pounds - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; 1/4 oz Fine Platinum) 2017 back
25 Pounds - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; 1/4 oz Fine Platinum) 2017 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2017

25 Pounds - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; 1/4 oz Fine Platinum

2017 year
Platinum (.9995) 7.85 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2017
Value
25 Pounds 25 GBP = USD 33
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Platinum (.9995)
Weight
7.85 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#304258
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Standing figure of Britannia as the outline of the United Kingdom with trident in right hand and shield in left, legend around.

Note: trident anniversary mark at 3 o'clock

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BRITANNIA 1OZ FINE SILVER 999 2017
LWT
ψ

Engraver: Louis Tamlyn

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issued individually, the design was also available in several metals and denominations.

© The Royal Mint, 2017

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, created by sculptor Jody Clark. This is the fifth portrait of the Queen to appear on British coins, and it was specifically designed to commemorate her 90th birthday. The coin's platinum composition and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2017  750 - - - - - -

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