© The Royal Mint, 2018
© The Royal Mint, 2018
500 Pounds - Elizabeth II Black Bull of Clarence; Silver Proof
2018 year| Silver (.999) | 1005 g | 100 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2018 |
| Value | 500 Pounds 500 GBP = USD 654 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 1005 g |
| Diameter | 100 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#223905 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
A bull supporting the shield of arms used by Edward IV and Richard III as well as the sovereigns of the House of Lancaster and Tudor, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· 2018 ·
BLACK BULL OF CLARENCE
JC
Engraver: Jody Clark
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The fourth design in The Queen's Beast 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.Issued individually, for the Black Bull of Clarence there were different issues of varying metals, denominations and years of issue, which all share Jody Clark's design.
Issue limit: 150
©The Royal Mint, 2018
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that the Black Bull of Clarence, featured on the reverse side of the coin, is a symbol of strength and courage and has been associated with the British monarchy for centuries. It is said to have been a favorite symbol of Queen Elizabeth II's father, King George VI, and has been featured on various coins and currency throughout the years.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 99 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Black Bull of Clarence; Silver Proof) 2018 coin.
