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Royal Shield 1p 2015 Gold Proof (5th portrait)

Elizabeth II 5th Portrait; Royal Shield, Gold Proof

2015United KingdomProof

245 were minted, the 5th lowest of any proof 1p.

Denomination

Melt Value

£626.16

Gold priceNo catalogue price recordedHow we value coins

Condition

Proof

Mintage

245

Physical Properties

Composition:Gold (.9167)

Weight:6.98g

Shape:Round

Diameter:20.3mm

Currency:Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)

Mint:Royal Mint

Fine gold:6.40 g (916.7‰)

Melt value:£626 at £97.86/g, 8 Nov 2026

Features & Details

RoundGold (.9167)

Value source:Melt value only (no catalogue price recorded)

Is the Royal Shield 2015 1p rare?

5th/ 40

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Its proof mintage of 245 is the 5th lowest of 40 proof 1p coins in the catalogue.

Versions of the 2015 Royal Shield 1p

Royal Shield 1p by year

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About the Royal Shield 1p 2015 Gold Proof (5th portrait)

The Elizabeth II 5th Portrait Royal Shield Gold Proof coin, issued in 2015 with a denomination of £0.01, represents a significant piece of numismatic art and history from the United Kingdom, produced by the esteemed Royal Mint. This coin features the iconic 5th portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Jody Clark, alongside the Royal Shield that symbolises the unity of the four nations of the UK. The use of .9167 gold enhances its appeal, not just for its aesthetic value but also for its intrinsic worth.

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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