© The Royal Mint, 2021
© The Royal Mint, 2021
500 Pounds - Elizabeth II Gothic Crown Portrait; Gold Proof
2021 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 | 2021 |
| Value | 500 Pounds 500 GBP = USD 654 |
| 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#319853 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned and draped bust of Queen Victoria left, legend around.
Lettering:
VICTORIA DEI GRATIA BRITANNIAR : REG : F : D·
W.W.
Unabridged legend: Victoria Dei Gratia Britanniarum Regina Fidei Defensatrix
Translation: Victoria by the Grace of God Queen of the Britains Defender of the Faith
Engraver: William Wyon
Edge
Reeded
Comment
A re-interpretation of William Wyon's original Gothic Crown obverse from 1847, the fourth in a series of coins in the Great Engravers series. The coin was issued in a variety of denominations in both gold and silver proof. Issue limit: 181.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique Gothic Crown Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which is a departure from the traditional depiction of the monarch on British coins. The Gothic Crown Portrait was designed by artist John Bergdahl and features a more youthful and regal representation of the Queen, surrounded by intricate Gothic architecture. This design was specifically created for the 500 Pound coin and adds to its collectibility and exclusivity.
