© The Royal Mint, 2019
© The Royal Mint, 2019
500 Pounds - Elizabeth II Una and The Lion; Gold Proof
2019 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 | 2019 |
| 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#231065 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Una and the Lion motif - the design depicts Queen Victoria as the fictional character, Lady Una, from Edmund Spenser’s epic poem The Faerie Queene.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DIRIGE DEUS GRESSUS MEOS.
MMXIX.
W.WYON R.A.
Translation:
May the Lord direct my steps
2019
Engraver: William Wyon
Edge
Reeded
Comment
A re-interpretation of William Wyon's original gold £5 coin of Una & the Lion from 1839, the first in a series of coins in the engraver's series. The coin was issued in a variety of denomination in both gold and silver proof. Issue limit: 65.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Una and The Lion; Gold Proof coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Queen's love of horses. The coin's reverse side depicts a majestic lion lying next to a horse, symbolizing the monarch's passion for horse breeding and racing. This design was created by the renowned artist, Una D'Elia, who is known for her intricate and detailed work in the field of numismatics. The coin's obverse side features the traditional portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, adding to its collectibility and historical significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 65 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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