© The Royal Mint, 2018
© The Royal Mint, 2018
25 Pounds - Elizabeth II Unicorn of Scotland; 1/4 oz Fine Gold
2018 year| Gold (.9999) | 7.8 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2018 |
| Value | 25 Pounds 25 GBP = USD 33 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 7.8 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#164926 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Unicorn with coronet around its neck with a chain attached holding the Royal Badge of Scotland with a lion rampant.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNICORN OF SCOTLAND
1/4 oz · FINE GOLD · 999.9 · 2018
JC
Designer: Jody Clark
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The second design in The Queen's Beasts series which began in 2016, there are 10 Beasts in total which are a representation of the statues that stood in Westminster Abbey on the Queen's Coronation in 1953. The statues are now on display in the Canadian Museum of History.For the Unicorn of Scotland there were 14 different issues of varying metals, denominations and years of issue, which all share Jody Clark's design.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Unicorn of Scotland, a mythical creature that has been a symbol of purity and grace in Scottish folklore for centuries. The Unicorn is depicted on the coin in a majestic pose, surrounded by intricate details and inscriptions that add to its beauty and collectibility.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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