© The Royal Mint, 2022
© The Royal Mint, 2022
500 Pounds - Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee; Gold Piedfort
2022 year| Gold (.9999) | 312.59 g | 65 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2022 |
| Value | 500 Pounds 500 GBP = USD 654 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 312.59 g |
| Diameter | 65 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#318229 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ornate crowned Royal Cypher, surrounded by floral emblems of the United Kingdom, with dates below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
E II R
JB
·1952 2022·
Engraver: John Bergdahl
Edge
Reeded
Comment
This coin was issued to commemorate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee and was issued individually. The coin was also struck in a variety of denominations and metals.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it has a unique "Gold Piedfort" finish, which gives it a distinctive double-thickness and mirror-like appearance. This special finish is achieved through a process known as "piedforting," where the coin is struck multiple times to create a thicker and more detailed design. The result is a coin that is not only beautiful but also highly sought after by collectors.
