© The Royal Mint, 2018
© The Royal Mint, 2018
500 Pounds - Elizabeth II Year of the Dog; Silver Proof
2018 year| Silver (.999) | 1005 g | 100 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 | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 1005 g |
| Diameter | 100 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#228311 |
|---|---|
| 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: 108.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design that combines traditional Chinese elements with British numismatic traditions. The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse depicts a beautiful representation of a dog, which is the Chinese zodiac animal for the year 2018. The design also includes intricate details such as bamboo, plum blossoms, and a traditional Chinese lattice pattern. This coin is truly a stunning piece of art that celebrates the cultural exchange between China and the United Kingdom.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 25 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Year of the Dog; Silver Proof) 2018 coin.
