Exceptional: fewer than 1,000 minted.
20 Pence - Elizabeth II 4th portrait Royal Shield Platinum Proof (2008–2015)
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 2008–2015 |
| Denomination | 20 Pence |
| Face value | 20p |
| Mintage | 184 |
| Mint | Royal Mint · Llantrisant |
| Series | Royal Shield Series |
| Circulation | Non-circulating |
| Composition | Platinum (.9995) (1000/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 12.010g · 0.3859 t oz |
| Diameter | 21.4mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Edge | Plain |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Obv. artist | Ian Rank-Broadley |
| Rev. artist | Matthew Dent |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Tags | Cat or feline Coat of Arms |
Fourth crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth II right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara, legend around.
ELIZABETH·II·D·G REG·F·D·2008 IRB
Lower right section of the Royal Shield, denomination to right segment of rim.
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The 2008 20 Pence - Elizabeth II – Royal Shield Platinum Proof is a collector 20 pence coin issued from 2008 to 2015 in the Royal Shield series, struck in 99.95% platinum. It weighs 12.01g and measures 21.4mm across. Reverse design: Lower right section of the Royal Shield, denomination to right segment of rim.
A mintage of 184 is recorded for one date of this type; figures for each year are not held.
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How much is the 2008 20 Pence - Elizabeth II – Royal Shield Platinum Proof worth?
No verified sale of the 2008 20 Pence - Elizabeth II – Royal Shield Platinum Proof has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its platinum content is worth about £436 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 2008 20 Pence - Elizabeth II – Royal Shield Platinum Proof?
Check the weight 12.01g and diameter 21.4mm and the metal (99.95% platinum) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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