2008 UK £1 - Silver Proof 25th Anniversary 14 Coin Set

In 2008, the modern £1 coin celebrated the 25th anniversary of the release of the £1. This special £1 silver proof collection marks this event.

The collection comprises 14 silver proof coins, each one featuring a different design, which is coated in 24 carat gold, used on the £1 coin over the last quarter of a century.

Please note these coins contain some toning, which is a natural process. 

Round £1 Coins

Although all five of the designs from 2004 onward have been issued as silver proofs already, the coins in this new collection are all dated 2008, whereas the original versions bore their original date of issue.

• Low issue limit of just 3,000 sets for worldwide distribution
• Each coin struck to impeccable proof standard
• Beautifully displayed in a black leather display case and accompanied by an informative booklet and numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

 We buy and sell all coins including gold proof pound coins.

The obverse of each coin bears the Ian Rank-Broadley portrait of the Queen, the 2008 year date and the inscription:

ELIZABETH.II.D.G REG.F.D

The Definitive £1 Coin

Representing the United Kingdom, the first modern £1 coin appropriately depicted Britain's pre-eminent heraldic symbol, the Royal Arms, Eric Sewell, former Chief Engraver at the Royal Mint, was "greatly honoured, highly delighted and totally surprised" to have won the competition for the reverse design in 1983.

The Royal Shield

In 1988 a further £1 coin representing the United Kingdom was struck, Derek Gorringe's design featured a fine depiction of the Royal Arms within a shield divided into four parts.

The Floral Series

The first series, designed by the distinguished silversmith Leslie Durbin, depicted stylised floral emblems relating to the four home nations of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

The Heraldic Series

The reverse designs for the second series of four £1 coins were modelled by the acclaimed sculptor and experienced numismatic artist Norman Sillman. The theme was mainly heraldic.

The Bridge Series

The Bridge series of reverse designs was conceived by wood engraver Edwina Ellis. She was invited to take part in a limited competition and, abandoning the more traditional heraldic approach, she chose designs representing Britain's Industrial Heritage.