© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
500 Pounds - Elizabeth II Posthumous; Year of the Rabbit; Gold Proof
2023 year| Gold (.9999) | 156 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 g |
| Diameter | 50 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#339202 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Image of a rabbit facing right, falling leaves around, legend, date and Chinese character above.
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
YEAR OF THE RABBIT · 2023
兔
LM
Translation: Rabbit
Engraver: Louie Maryon
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The tenth design in the Chinese Lunar Year - Shēngxiào Collection, there were several different strikes for the Year of the Rabbit with varying compositions and denominations which all share Louie Maryon's design. Issue limit: 128.© The Royal Mint, 2023
This series was issued by coincidence on the morning of the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it is a posthumous issue, meaning it was issued after the death of Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away in 2022. This coin is a part of a special series of coins that were minted to commemorate the Year of the Rabbit in the Chinese lunar calendar, and it features a unique design that showcases the Queen's love for animals and nature. Additionally, the coin is made of 99.99% gold and weighs 156 grams, making it a valuable and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.
