© The Royal Mint, 2018
© The Royal Mint, 2018
500 Pounds - Elizabeth II Year of the Dog; Gold Proof
2018 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 | 2018 |
| 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#228343 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
A dog running, legend above.
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
YEAR OF THE DOG · 2018
狗
Translation: 狗 (Dog)
Engraver: Wuon-Gean Ho
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The fifth design in the Chinese Lunar Year - Shēngxiào Collection, there were several different strikes for the Year of the Dog with varying compositions and denominations which all share Wuon-Gean Ho's design. Issue limit: 58.©The Royal Mint, 2018
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 500 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Year of the Dog; Gold Proof) 2018 coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a portrait of a dog, specifically a Shih Tzu, which is a breed that has been favored by royalty throughout history. This design was created by artist and designer, Gary Breeze, and is meant to commemorate the Year of the Dog in the Chinese lunar calendar. The coin's obverse side features the standard portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, also designed by Gary Breeze. This coin is considered a collector's item and is not meant for circulation, making it a rare and valuable addition to any coin collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 34 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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