© The Royal Mint, 2020
© The Royal Mint, 2020
500 Pounds - Elizabeth II Year of the Rat; 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 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#228551 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Image of a single rat crouching and sniffing the air with legend and date above.
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
YEAR OF THE RAT · 2020
鼠
PJL
Translation: 鼠 (Rat)
Engraver: P.J. Lynch
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The seventh design in the Chinese Lunar Year - Shēngxiào Collection, there were several different strikes for the Year of the Rat with varying compositions and denominations which all share P.J. Lynch's design. Issue limit: 30.© The Royal Mint, 2020
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 500 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Year of the Rat; Gold Proof) 2020 coin from the United Kingdom is that it features a unique design that combines traditional Chinese symbols with British minting craftsmanship. The coin's reverse side features an image of the rat, which is the symbol of the Chinese zodiac for the year 2020, surrounded by intricate designs and patterns that reflect the cultural exchange between China and the UK. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item that showcases the rich history and heritage of both countries.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 28 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 Rat; Gold Proof) 2020 coin.
