Bidspirit auction | UK 2008 Royal Mint Emblems
UK 2008 Royal Mint Emblems of Britain Silver Proof Set - This lot comprises a set of seven silver proof coins issued in 2008 to commemorate the traditional emblems of Britain. The collection includes the one pound, fifty pence, twenty pence, ten pence, five pence, two pence, and one penny denominations. Each coin features the fourth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse. The reverse designs include the Royal Arms, Britannia, a crowned Tudor rose, a crowned lion, a crowned thistle, the Prince of Wales's feathers, and a crowned portcullis. The coins are presented in a clear acrylic case within a black textured presentation box. Accompanying the coins are two information cards, an illustrated booklet, and a Certificate of Authenticity numbered 6110. Printed inscriptions on the packaging include THE ROYAL MINT, 2008 UNITED KINGDOM COINAGE, EMBLEMS OF BRITAIN, and SILVER PROOF COLLECTION. The outer box carries a white adhesive label reading 2008 LAST OF THE OLD SILVER PROOF COIN COLLECTION J511 KPC J975.