This 2008 Emblems of Britain and Royal Shield of Arms Gold Proof Set comprises two sets with a total of 14 coins struck to a proof finish, issued by The Royal Mint. Now side-by-side, it offers collectors an easier way to own both collections in one set.

In 2008, The Royal Mint switched from the Emblems of Britain definitive designs, which had been used for almost 40 years on UK currency, and replaced them with the Royal Shield of Arms.

Fineness: 0.9167 / 22 carat gold
Gold Content: 4.9984 troy ounces of gold
Tax Benefit: Exempt from Capital Gains Tax & VAT
Limited Edition Presentation: 150 sets
780 Emblems of Britain sets issued
886 Royal Shield of Arms sets issued
Presentation: Displayed in Royal Mint oak wood veneer presentation case, outer packaging and certificate of authenticity
Weight: 169.52g

Did you know when all seven coins from the Royal Shield of Arms set are placed together in the correct positions, the complete shield can be seen.

You may also be interested in our wider collection of collectable proof gold coins, issued either as loose coins or in sets, by a range of global mints and refiners.

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Obverse

The coins in each set all share a common obverse design, featuring the fourth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, curated by Ian Rank Broadley.

Reverse

The reverse designs for the 2008 Royal Mint, Royal Shield of Arms Proof Set, when arranged properly depict the namesake of the set, the Royal Shield of Arms.

The Emblems of Britain Set however, shows the same designs that had up to this point graced the obverse of coinage for the last 40 years.

Key Information

Intrinsic Value	£16,143.06
Product ID	4108
Stock Status	In Stock

Product Spec

Metal	Gold
Gold Weight Troy Ounces	4.9984
Fineness/Carat	0.917 / 22
Date	2008
Obverse Designer	Ian Rank-Broadley
Reverse Designer	Assorted
Issuing Monarch	Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Mint/Brand	The Royal Mint
Country	United Kingdom

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2008 Emblems of Britain and Royal Shield of Arms Gold Proof 14-Coin Collection