Royal Shield 1p 2008 Gold Proof
886 were minted, the 8th lowest of any proof 1p.
Physical Properties
Features & Details
Is the Royal Shield 2008 1p rare?
8th/ 40
Its proof mintage of 886 is the 8th lowest of 40 proof 1p coins in the catalogue.
Versions of the 2008 Royal Shield 1p
Circulation£0.10
Mintage 507,952,000
Royal Shield 1p 2008
BU£1.04
Mintage 100,000
Royal Shield 1p 2008 BU
Proof£1.04
Mintage 20,000
Royal Shield 1p 2008 Proof
Gold Proof£626
Mintage 886
Royal Shield 1p 2008 Gold Proof (this page)
Platinum Proof£319
Mintage 184
Royal Shield 1p 2008 Platinum Proof
Royal Shield 1p by year
Other 2008 1p coins
About the Royal Shield 1p 2008 Gold Proof
The Elizabeth II 4th Portrait Gold Proof coin, issued in 2008 by the Royal Mint, represents a significant addition to the numismatic history of the United Kingdom. With a denomination of £0.01, this coin features the iconic fourth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Ian Rank-Broadley, which showcases the monarch in a more modern and mature likeness compared to earlier portraits. The reverse side is adorned with the Royal Shield, symbolising the unity of the four nations of the UK, making it a meaningful emblem of national identity. The combination of its limited availability, artistic design, and representation of royal heritage makes this coin a prized specimen for numismatists seeking to enhance their collections with significant modern British coinage.
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