This 2000 Welsh Dragon silver proof piedfort one pound coin features a reverse design of a dragon, the national mythical beast symbolising Wales. This is the fourth natioanl emblem series by Norman Sillman.

Struck in sterling silver, this piedfort coin comes in a presentation box with a certificate of authenticity. The one pound coin is British legal tender and is exempt from Capital Gains Tax.

The Principality of Wales

Wales has a population of approximately 2.75 million and covers about one twelfth of the land area of the United Kingdom. Perhaps its most distinctive feature is the Welsh language, still spoken by a fifth of the population.

The dragon had been recognised as the emblem of Wales since the middle of the 16th century. Its association with Wales can in fact be traced back to the battle of Heathfield in 633 AD, when St. David persuaded his countrymen to distinguish themselves from their Saxon foes by wearing a dragon in their caps. In 1301 Edward I conferred the title Prince of Wales on his son Edward, who had been born some years earlier at Caernavon. Since that time the heir to the throne has usually, though not invariably, been created Prince of Wales. Many will remember the colourful investiture ceremony at Caernavon in July 1969 for Prince Charles, who was created Prince of Wales in 1958. His ostrich feather badge, the distinctive badge of the Heir Apparent since Tudor times, currently appears on the reverse on the 2p.

On 28 March 2017, the circulated round pound was replaced by the 12 sided £1 coin. On the 15 October the round £1 coin will cease to be legal tender.

Obverse

The obverse bears the fourth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley.

Reverse

The reverse features Norman Sillman's engraving of a dragon above the value ONE POUND.

The dragon, which appears on the badge and flag of Wales, is a potent expression of the strength, fire and spirit of the national character and its depiction on the reverse of the one pound coin embodies centuries of Welsh symbolism. With wings elevated, it has been modelled by Norman Sillman from a drawing provided by the College of Arms.

Key Information

Intrinsic Value	£27.12
Product ID	2402
Stock Status	Out of Stock

Product Spec

Metal	Silver
Weight/Size	Piedfort
Silver Weight Troy Ounces	0.5650
Fineness/Carat	0.925 Sterling
Date	2000
Obverse Designer	Ian Rank-Broadley
Reverse Designer	Norman Sillman
Mint/Brand	The Royal Mint
Country	United Kingdom

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2000 UK Coin £1 Silver Proof Piedfort Welsh Dragon