© The Royal Mint, 2017
© The Royal Mint, 2017
500 Pounds - Elizabeth II Year of the Rooster; Gold Proof
2017 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 | 2017 |
| 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#228150 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Rooster among flowers, Chinese symbol for Rooster above, legend around.
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
YEAR OF THE ROOSTER · 2017
鷄
Translation: 鷄 (Rooster)
Engraver: Wuon-Gean Ho
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The fourth design in the Chinese Lunar Year - Shēngxiào Collection, there were several different strikes for the Year of the Rooster with varying compositions and denominations which all share Wuon-Gean Ho's design.©The Royal Mint, 2017
Issue Limit: 38
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design depicting the Year of the Rooster, which is part of the Chinese Lunar calendar. The design is meant to celebrate the cultural significance of the Chinese zodiac and its association with the United Kingdom. The coin's design is also notable for its intricate details and high-quality craftsmanship, making it a sought-after collector's item for coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 35 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 Rooster; Gold Proof) 2017 coin.
