© The Royal Mint, 2020
© The Royal Mint, 2020
500 Pounds - Elizabeth II James Bond; Silver Proof
2020 year| Silver (.9999) | 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 | 2020 |
| Value | 500 Pounds 500 GBP = USD 654 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.9999) |
| Weight | 1005 g |
| Diameter | 100 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#235233 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Aston Martin DB5 front on with James Bond's famous number plate BMT 216A, above the James Bond logo.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BMT 216A
007
Engraver: Laura Clancy
Edge
Reeded
Comment
In 2020, intended to coincide with the launch of the new James Bond 007 movie No Time to Die, the Royal Mint released a special issue James Bond 007 Aston Martin DB5 £1000 Gold Proof coin struck in solid 999.9 fine gold weighing one kilogram. As it turned out, the movie launch was actually delayed due to the international Covid-19 pandemic.The coin was also struck in a variety of denominations and metals including copper-nickel, silver proof and gold proof. Issue limit: 70.
©The Royal Mint, 2020
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design depicting James Bond, the famous fictional character created by Ian Fleming, in honor of the 25th anniversary of the Bond film franchise. The coin's design showcases Bond in his iconic tuxedo, holding a martini glass and surrounded by the 007 logo and various Bond-themed elements. This coin is a rare and collectible item for both coin enthusiasts and James Bond fans.
