2008 Pound Gold Proof 25th Anniversary Set
In 2008 the British Royal Mint issued a proof gold set containing 14 different £1 pound coins, one of of the designs used since 1983. We buy and sell all coins including gold proof pounds.We are advised that the entire collection is already sold out at the Royal Mint.
2008 Dated
All fourteen coins in the collection are dated 2008.Issue Limits & Mintage
Although all five of the designs from 2004 onward have been issued as gold proofs already, the coins in this new collection are all dated 2008, whereas the original versions bore their original date of issue. None of the designs issued before 2004 were issued as gold proofs, so the issue limit and mintage for these coins is low at only 150 pieces each. The 2008 Royal Arms gold proof has also been issued as part of the gold "Emblems of Britain" set, and may yet also be issued individually.Descriptions
This year celebrates the 25th anniversary of the release of the £1 coin and this special £1 silver Proof collection marks this event.The collection comprises 14 gold proof coins, each one featuring a different design used on the £1 coin over the last quarter of a century.
- - Low issue limit of just 150 sets for worldwide distribution
- - 22 carat gold coins each coin contains 8.7 grammes of pure gold
- - Each coin struck to impeccable proof standard
- - Beautifully displayed in a walnut-finish display case and accompanied by an informative booklet and numbered Certificate of Authenticity.
The Definitive £1 Coin
Representing the United Kingdom, the first modern £1 coin appropriately depicted Britain's pre-eminent heraldic symbol, the Royal Arms, Eric Sewell, former Chief Engraver at the Royal Mint, was "greatly honoured, highly delighted and totally surprised" to have won the competition for the reverse design in 1983.The Royal Shield
In 1988 a further £1 coin representing the United Kingdom was struck, Derek Gorringe's design featured a fine depiction of the Royal Arms within a shield divided into four parts.The Floral Series
The first series, designed by the distinguished silversmith Leslie Durbin, depicted stylised floral emblems relating to the four home nations of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.The Heraldic Series
The reverse designs for the second series of four £1 coins were modelled by the acclaimed sculptor and experienced numismatic artist Norman Sillman. The theme was mainly heraldic.The Bridge Series
The Bridge series of reverse designs was conceived by wood engraver Edwina Ellis. She was invited to take part in a limited competition and, abandoning the more traditional heraldic approach, she chose designs representing Britain's Industrial Heritage.The Obverse Design
The obverse of each coin bears the Ian Rank-Broadley portrait of the Queen, the 2008 year date on all coins and the edge inscription 'Elizabeth.II.D.G REG.F.D'Superb Presentations
The set is housed in a high quality walnut-finish display case with a black velour display tray and smooth lid embossed with the Royal Mint logo. The case lid stores the accompanying informative booklet which incorporates a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.Specifications
| Description | Diameter | Weight | Alloy | AGW Grams | AGW Ounces | Issue Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Individual Coin
|
22.50 | 19.61 | .9166 | 17.9758 | 0.5779 | 150* |
|
Total 14 Coins
|
274.54 | .9166 | 251.6434 | 8.0905 | 150 |
Notes
* Except for the 2008 Royal Arms IssuePrices & Availability
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UK Registered Post (Special Delivery) £9 per order, plus £1 per £1,000EU Insured Post £10 per order, plus £1 per £1,000
USA Airmail $10,
Insured Shipping $20, plus $1 per $1,000
Canada Airmail $15,
Insured Shipping via Fedex $30, plus $1 per $1,000
Royal Arms on Reverse of 2008 Proof Gold One Pound Coin
Also Used in 1983, 1993, 1998 & 2003
One Pound Gold Proofs
Fourteen Coin Gold Pound 25th Anniversary Collection in Box
Obverse of 2008 Gold Proof £1 Coin
Used on All 14 Coins
Scottish Thistle on Reverse of 2008 Proof Gold One Pound Coin
Also Used in 1984 & 1989
Welsh Leek on Reverse of 2008 Proof Gold One Pound Coin
Also Used in 1985 & 1990
Northern Ireland Flax Plant on Reverse of 2008 Proof Gold One Pound Coin
Also Used in 1986 & 1991
English Oak Tree on Reverse of 2008 Proof Gold One Pound Coin
Also Used in 1987 & 1992
Royal Shield on Reverse of 2008 Proof Gold One Pound Coin
Also Used in 1988
Scottish Lion on Reverse of 2008 Proof Gold One Pound Coin
Also Used in 1994 & 1999
Welsh Dragon on Reverse of 2008 Proof Gold One Pound Coin
Also Used in 1995 & 2000
Northern Ireland Celtic Cross Broighter Collar on Reverse of 2008 Proof Gold One Pound Coin
Also Used in 1996 & 2001
English Three Lions on Reverse of 2008 Proof Gold One Pound Coin
Also Used in 1997 & 2002
2004 to 2007 Gold Proof Pound CoinsImages of the 2004 to 2007 Can Be Found on their Own Page
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