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    Scottish Thistle £1 1984 BU

    Elizabeth II 2nd portrait; Scottish Thistle
    1984United KingdomBU
    Part of £1 coins

    Worth about £3.11 in BU condition. 186,780 were minted, the 18th lowest of any BU £1.

    Denomination
    £1
    Estimated Value
    £3.11
    Numista catalogue · Mar 2026How we value coins
    Condition
    BU
    Mintage
    186,780

    Physical Properties

    Composition:Nickel brass
    Weight:9.5g
    Shape:Round
    Diameter:22.5mm
    Thickness:3.15mm
    Currency:Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
    Mint:Royal Mint

    Features & Details

    CommemorativeRoundNickel brassRoyal Diadem series
    Value source:Numista catalogue
    Value date:4 Mar 2026

    Is the Scottish Thistle 1984 £1 rare?

    18th/ 19

    ← RarerMore common →

    Its BU mintage of 186,780 is the 18th lowest of 19 BU £1 coins in the catalogue.

    Versions of the 1984 Scottish Thistle £1

    • Scottish Thistle £1 1984Photo: Numista
      Circulation

      £1.13

      Mintage 146,256,500

      Scottish Thistle £1 1984

    • Scottish Thistle £1 1984 BUPhoto: Numista
      BU

      £3.11

      Mintage 186,780

      Scottish Thistle £1 1984 BU (this page)

    • Scottish Thistle £1 1984 ProofPhoto: Numista
      Proof

      £4.83

      Mintage 106,520

      Scottish Thistle £1 1984 Proof

    About the Scottish Thistle £1 1984 BU

    The Elizabeth II 2nd portrait £1 coin, issued in 1984, holds a notable place in British numismatic history, representing a significant era in the evolution of coinage in the United Kingdom. Featuring the second effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley on the obverse, this coin is complemented by a reverse design showcasing the Scottish thistle, a symbol of Scotland's identity and heritage. The coin serves as a reminder of the rich cultural symbols and the craftsmanship of British coinage during this period, making it an important addition to any comprehensive collection.

    ⓘHow this was written

    Written with AI from catalogue data. Sentences that contradict this coin's year, denomination, finish, mintage or value are removed automatically; the rest has not been checked by a person. How we value coins

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