© The Royal Mint, 2020
© The Royal Mint, 2020
500 Pounds - Elizabeth II The Three Graces; Gold Proof
2020 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 | 2020 |
| Value | 500 Pounds 500 GBP = USD 655 |
| 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#276219 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Three female figures, with national emblems representing Britannia, Hibernia and Scotia, legend above
Script: Latin
Lettering: FOEDUS INVIOLABILE
Translation: Inviolable league
Engraver: William Wyon
Edge
Reeded
Comment
A re-interpretation of William Wyon's original Crown pattern from 1817, the second in a series of coins in the engraver's series. The coin was issued in a variety of denominations in both gold and silver proof. Issue Limit: 160© The Royal Mint, 2020
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design, the Three Graces, which represents the three goddesses of charm, beauty, and creativity from Greek mythology, namely Euphrosyne, Thalia, and Aglaea. This design was created by the British sculptor, John Bergdahl, and it is the first time that this design has been featured on a coin.
