In 2010 the United Kingdom Royal Mint will issue one pound coins as part of a new series representing England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales focussing on the capital cities. In 2011, the two coins are being released representing Cardiff and Edinburgh.
The coin has a substantial weight of 19.619gms, which is almost three times the weight of a sovereign. Each coin is accompanied with a Certificate of Authenticity attesting to the worldwide issue limit of just 1,000, which is signed by the Deputy Master of the Royal Mint.
Obverse
The obverse features the fourth portrait of the Queen by Ian Rank-Broadley FRBS, with the inscription:
ELIZABETH II D G REG F D 2011
Reverse
The reverse design by Stuart Devlin featuring the red dragon and the leek, with the inscription:CARDIFF
ONE POUND
Edge Inscription Y DDRAIG GOCH DDYRY CYCHWYN (The Red Dragon Shall Lead)
Specifications
| Version | Diameter | Weight | Alloy | AGW Grams | AGW Ounces | Issue Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
UK Cities - Cardiff
|
22.50 mms | 19.61 grams | .9166 | 17.9758 | 0.5779 | 1,000 |
Prices & Availability
When compared to the Royal Mint price of £1,200.00 you will make a saving of £1,200.00 per item when ordering from us.
Also Available:
Gold Proof Pound - 2010 UK Cities London
Gold Proof Pound - 2010 UK Cities Belfast
Wanted We play an active part in the secondary market for many gold and silver products, including gold proof one pound coins so we would be more than happy to purchase a 2011 (or any other date) one pound from you.
You may wish to use our order form .
Postage & Packing
UK Registered Post (Special Delivery) £9 per order, plus £1 per £1,000
EU 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
2011 Gold Proof £1 Coin in Presentation Box
2011 Gold Proof £1 Coin Certificate
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