© The Royal Mint, 2017
© The Royal Mint, 2017
25 Pounds - Elizabeth II Unicorn of Scotland; Gold Proof
2017 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 | 2017 |
| Value | 25 Pounds 25 GBP = USD 33 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 7.8 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#135106 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Unicorn with coronet around its neck with a chain attached holding the Royal Badge of Scotland with a lion rampant.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·2017·
UNICORN OF SCOTLAND
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. Issue limit: 1,500.
©The Royal Mint, 2017
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that the Unicorn of Scotland, which is featured on the reverse side of the coin, is a mythical creature that has been associated with Scotland since the 12th century. It is said to symbolize purity, grace, and magic, and is often depicted with a horn on its forehead, which is said to have the power to heal and purify. The Unicorn is also a popular symbol in Scottish folklore and heraldry, and has been featured on various coins and currency throughout history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1499 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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