© The Royal Mint, 2021
© The Royal Mint, 2021
500 Pounds - Elizabeth II The Who; Gold Proof
2021 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 | 2021 |
| 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#299235 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Image of a guitar shaped pinball machine, legend above
Note: Shockwave effect
Script: Latin
Lettering:
The Who
HDG
Engraver: Henry Gray
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued as part of the Music Legends series, the coin was also struck in a variety of denominations and metals including copper-nickel, colourised copper-nickel, colourised silver proof, silver proof, gold proof and bullion gold & silver.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the iconic British rock band, The Who. The coin's reverse side features an image of the band's classic logo, along with the names of the band members, Roger Daltrey, Pete Townshend, John Entwistle, and Keith Moon. This coin is a rare and collectible item for both coin enthusiasts and fans of The Who.
