© The Royal Mint, 2019
© The Royal Mint, 2019
500 Pounds - Elizabeth II Falcon of Plantagenets; Silver Proof
2019 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 | 2019 |
| 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#224177 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
A falcon clutching the personal badge of Edward IV depicting a smaller white falcon gripping an open fetterlock in its talons.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· 2019 ·
FALCON OF THE PLANTAGENETS
JC
Engraver: Jody Clark
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The fifth 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.For the Falcon of the Plantagenets there were 14 different issues of varying metals, denominations and years of issue, which all share Jody Clark's design.
Issue Limit: 125
©The Royal Mint, 2019
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design depicting the Falcon of Plantagenets, which is a symbol associated with the Plantagenet dynasty that ruled England from the 12th to the 15th century. The falcon is shown perched on a fist, representing the power and strength of the monarchy. The coin's design is particularly notable because it was created by the renowned British artist, John Bergdahl, who is known for his work on various coins and medals.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 72 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Falcon of Plantagenets; Silver Proof) 2019 coin.
