© The Royal Mint, 2020
© The Royal Mint, 2020
500 Pounds - Elizabeth II David Bowie; Gold Proof
2020 year| Gold (.9999) | 156.3 g | 50 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | 500 Pounds 500 GBP = USD 655 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 156.3 g |
| Diameter | 50 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#268623 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
An image of David Bowie, with stars left, lightning bolt behind, legend right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BOWIE
JC
Engraver: Jody Clark
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued as part of the Music Legends series, the coin was also struck in a variety of denominations and metals including copper-nickel, colourised silver proof, silver proof and gold proof. Issue Limit: 60©The Royal Mint, 2020
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the life and legacy of the late musician David Bowie. The coin's reverse side features an image of Bowie's iconic lightning bolt logo, along with the inscription "David Bowie 1947-2016" and the coin's denomination. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, as is customary for British coins. This coin was issued as a tribute to Bowie's contributions to music and the arts, and its limited mintage and unique design make it a highly sought-after collector's item.
