Menai Bridge £1 2005 BU
Worth about £4.63 in BU condition. 87,400 were minted, the 14th lowest of any BU £1.
Physical Properties
Features & Details
Is the Menai Bridge 2005 £1 rare?
14th/ 19
Its BU mintage of 87,400 is the 14th lowest of 19 BU £1 coins in the catalogue.
Versions of the 2005 Menai Bridge £1
Photo: NumistaCirculation£1.16
Mintage 99,429,500
Menai Bridge £1 2005
- Photo: NumistaBU
£4.63
Mintage 87,400
Menai Bridge £1 2005 BU (this page)
- Photo: NumistaProof
£3.98
Mintage 40,563
Menai Bridge £1 2005 Proof
About the Menai Bridge £1 2005 BU
The Elizabeth II 4th portrait £1 coin, issued in 2005 by the Royal Mint, is notable for its distinctive design featuring Sir Ian Rank-Broadley's fourth effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, which reflects a modern interpretation of royal portraiture. The reverse side showcases the iconic Menai Bridge, a symbol of engineering prowess and Welsh heritage, emphasising the coin's connection to the United Kingdom's diverse cultural landmarks. Despite its abundance, the coin remains significant for its artistic representation of national pride and its role in the transition to the twelve-sided £1 coin introduced in 2017, marking a period of change in British currency. Collectors often appreciate this piece for its historical context and as part of the broader narrative of British numismatics during the early 21st century.
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