© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
500 Pounds - Elizabeth II Posthumous; Yale of Beaufort; Gold Proof
2023 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 | 2023 |
| 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#338780 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Central image of the Yale of Beaufort within inner circle, legend above, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
YALE OF BEAUFORT
DL
· 2023 ·
Engraver: David Lawrence
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The third design in the Royal Tudor Beasts series, there are a total of ten Beasts representing the statues that stand in Hampton Court Palace.This David Lawrence reverse design was struck in a variety of base and precious metal compositions and denominations. Issue limit: 56.
© The Royal Mint, 2023
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design, the Yale of Beaufort, which is a heraldic creature that has been associated with the British monarchy for centuries. It is a mythical creature with the body of a horse, the horns of a goat, and the tail of a lion, and it is often depicted holding a shield with the royal coat of arms. The Yale of Beaufort is a symbol of strength, courage, and wisdom, and it is often used in heraldry to represent these qualities. The fact that this coin features this design in gold proof makes it a truly special and collectible item.
