© The Royal Mint, 2020
© The Royal Mint, 2020
500 Pounds - Elizabeth II Year of the Rat; Silver Proof
2020 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 | 2020 |
| 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#228547 |
|---|---|
| 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: 38.© The Royal Mint, 2020
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the "Year of the Rat" silver proof coin is that it features a unique design that combines traditional Chinese symbolism with British minting craftsmanship. The coin's reverse side depicts two rats, one holding a scroll and the other holding a lantern, surrounded by intricate details and patterns that reflect the Chinese culture. This design was created by British artist and designer, Harry Brockway, who was inspired by traditional Chinese art and symbolism. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, adding a touch of British heritage to the coin's overall design.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 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 Rat; Silver Proof) 2020 coin.
