2008 Dated
All fourteen coins in the collection are dated 2008.

Issue Limits & Mintage
Although all five of the designs from 2004 onward have been issued as gold proofs already, the coins in this new collection are all dated 2008, wherease the original versions bore their original date of issue. None of the designs issued before 2004 were issued as gold proofs, so the issue limit and mintage for these coins is low at only 150 pieces each. The 2008 Royal Arms gold proof has also been issued as part of the gold "Emblems of Britain" set, and may yet also be issued individually.

Descriptions
This year celebrates the 25th anniversary of the release of the £1 coin and this special £1 silver Proof collection marks this event.
The collection comprises 14 gold Proof coins, each one featuring a different design used on the £1 coin over the last quarter of a century.

• – Low issue limit of just 150 sets for worldwide distribution
• – 22 carat gold coins each coin contains 8.7 grammes of pure gold
• – Each coin struck to impeccable Proof standard
• – Beautifully displayed in a walnut-finish display case and accompanied by an informative booklet and numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

The Royal Shield
In 1988 a further £1 coin representing the United Kingdom was struck, Derek Gorringe's design featured a fine depiction of the Royal Arms within a shield divided into four parts.

The Floral Series
The first series, designed by the distinguished silversmith Leslie Durbin, depicted stylised floral emblems relating to the four home nations of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

The Heraldic Series
The reverse designs for the second series of four £1 coins were modelled by the acclaimed sculptor and experienced numismatic artist Norman Sillman. The theme was mainly heraldic.

The Bridge Series
The Bridge series of reverse designs was conceived by wood engraver Edwina Ellis. She was invited to take part in a limited competition and, abandoning the more traditional heraldic approach, she chose designs representing Britain's Industrial Heritage.

The Obverse Design
The obverse of each coin bears the Ian Rank-Broadley portrait of the Queen, the 2008 year date on all coins and the edge inscription 'Elizabeth.II.D.G REG.F.D'

Superb Presentations The set is be housed in a high quality walnut-finish display case with a black velour display tray and smooth lid embossed with the Royal Mint logo. The case lid stores the accompanying informative booklet which incorporates a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Specifications

Description	Diameter	Weight	Alloy	AGW Grams	AGW Ounces	Issue Limit
Individual Coin	22.50	19.61	.9166	17.9758	0.5779	150*
Total 14 Coins		274.54	.9166	251.6434	8.0905	150

Notes
* Except for the 2008 Royal Arms Issue

Prices & Availability
The prices quoted in the US $ column may be out of date due to currency fluctuations.

Description	Available	Issue £	Our Price £	Price $
Complete 14 Coin Gold Proof Pound Collection, Boxed	Yes	£5,495	£Ask	$Ask

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Postage & Packing
UK Registered Post (Special Delivery) £6 per order, plus £1 per £1,000
EU Insured Post £10 per order, plus £1 per £1,000
USA Airmail $10,
Insured Shipping $20, plus $1 per $1,000
Canada Airmail $15,
Insured Shipping via Fedex $30, plus $1 per $1,000