Exceptional: fewer than 1,000 minted.
1 Penny - Elizabeth II 4th portrait Portcullis Platinum Proof (2008)
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 2008 |
| Denomination | 1 Penny |
| Face value | 1p |
| Mintage | 250 |
| Mint | Royal Mint · Llantrisant |
| Circulation | Non-circulating |
| Composition | Platinum (.999) (999/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 8.600g · 0.2762 t oz |
| Diameter | 20.3mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
Fourth crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth II right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara, legend around.
A crowned portcullis with chains (an adaptation of the Badge of Henry VII which is now the Badge of the Palace of Westminster), denomination in words above and numeral below.
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The 2008 1 Penny - Elizabeth II – Portcullis Platinum Proof is a collector 1 penny coin, struck in 99.9% platinum. It weighs 8.6g and measures 20.3mm across. Reverse design: A crowned portcullis with chains (an adaptation of the Badge of Henry VII which is now the Badge of the Palace of Westminster), denomination in words above and numeral below.
250 were struck.
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How much is the 2008 1 Penny - Elizabeth II – Portcullis Platinum Proof worth?
No verified sale of the 2008 1 Penny - Elizabeth II – Portcullis Platinum Proof has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its platinum content is worth about £312 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 2008 1 Penny - Elizabeth II – Portcullis Platinum Proof?
Check the weight 8.6g and diameter 20.3mm and the metal (99.9% platinum) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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