British One Pound Circulation Coin, Royal Mint
Coin/Bullion · The Royal Mint, United Kingdom
Pattern: Bicentennial / Floral / Heraldic Series
Type
Coin/Bullion
Maker
The Royal Mint, United Kingdom
Material
Nickel-brass outer ring and plated solid nickel-brass inner center (bimetallic composition)
Dimensions
Standard 12-sided bimetallic coin with a diameter of approximately 23.43 mm and weight of 8.75 grams
Description
A standard circulating bimetallic one-pound coin from the United Kingdom, featuring a distinctive twelve-sided outer nickel-brass ring and an inner silver-colored nickel-plated alloy core. Designed for high security, it incorporates sophisticated anti-counterfeiting features including micro-lettering and milled edge grooves.
Key Features
Distinctive 12-sided polygon shape, bimetallic color contrast, security micro-lettering, and hidden latent security image
Material & Composition
Nickel-brass outer ring and plated solid nickel-brass inner center (bimetallic composition)
Finish & Decoration
Bimetallic finish with micro-lettering, milled edges, and high-relief national emblem stamping
Hallmarks & Stamps
Royal Mint micro-text, denomination 'ONE POUND', year of issue, and national symbol stamps
Construction Details
Precision die-struck bimetallic assembly using a two-piece locked coin blank process
Functional Features
Standard circulating monetary tender featuring security edges and covert anti-counterfeiting micro-lettering
Handle & Grip Details
N/A
Craftsmanship Details
Industrial high-speed precision minting featuring extremely tight tolerances, complex tooling, and multi-stage bimetallic bonding
Authentication Indicators
Precise bimetallic color separation, correct 12-sided geometry, distinct weight, and sharp micro-text visible under magnification
Origin & Manufacturing
Llantrisant, Wales, United Kingdom
Era & Period
Modern Era (1983-Present)
Age Estimate
Contemporary circulating coinage (Post-2016 introduction of the 12-sided bimetallic design)
Cultural Significance
Serves as a fundamental medium of daily economic exchange in the United Kingdom and frequently features commemorative designs celebrating British culture, history, and flora
Condition Notes
Standard circulated condition showing minor surface wear, abrasions, and normal handling marks typical of currency in active use
Value Estimate
Face value equivalent to one British Pound (GBP) in standard circulating condition
Care & Maintenance
Standard currency requiring no special conservation or cleaning as it is intended for general monetary circulation
Similar Pieces
Bimetallic European Euro coins, British two-pound coins, and various other international multi-metal circulating currency
Interesting Facts
The 12-sided one-pound coin was introduced in 2017 to replace the older round pound coin, which was heavily targeted by counterfeiters, making it one of the most secure circulating coins in the world