In 2008, The Royal Mint issued a gold proof one pound coin featuring the Royal Coat of Arms by Eric Sewell. This marks a farewell to this design which was introduced with the first modern £1 coin in 1983. This coin comes in a presentation box with a certificate of authenticity.

Struck in 22 carat gold, this proof coin is British legal tender and is exempt from Capital Gains Tax.

Two Designs

There were two different designs of £1 issued in 2008; one featuring the coat of arms and the other with the shield of arms.

Royal Coat of Arms

This 2008 coin is the last one pound to feature the Royal Coat of Arms design. The Royal Arms design used on the original one pound coin entered circulation on 21st April 1983.

Struck in 22 carat gold, the coin has a substantial weight of 19.619g, which is almost three times the weight of a sovereign. Each coin is accompanied with a Certificate of Authenticity attesting to the worldwide issue limit of just 1,000, which is signed by the Deputy Master of The Royal Mint. Out of this limit, only 860 coins were minted.

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. Read more about the pound coin in our blogs:

One Pound Coin Designs, The Complete Collection 1983 - 2017

Introducing the New 12 Sided One Pound Coin

One Pound Coin Specifications

Why Did They Make 2016 12 Sided £1 Coins?

What is a 2016 Twelve Sided New £1 Pound Coin Worth?

Obverse

The obverse features the fourth definitive UK coin portrait of Elizabeth II by British sculptor, Ian Rank-Broadley FRBS.

Reverse

The 2008 one pound reverse is known as the Farewell to Royal Arms. The Royal Arms engraving was designed by Eric Sewell. The crown topped shield flanked by the English lion and the Scottish unicorn is surrounded by the motto of the Order of the Garter HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE.

Key Information

Intrinsic Value	£1,935.21
Product ID	1860
Stock Status	Out of Stock

Product Spec

Metal	Gold
Gold Weight Troy Ounces	0.5779
Date	2008
Mint/Brand	The Royal Mint
Country	United Kingdom

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2008 UK Coin £1 Gold Proof Royal Coat of Arms