2008 UK COINAGE EMBLEMS OF BRITAIN SILVER PROOF COLLECTION

The 2008 UK Coinage Emblems of Britain Silver Proof Collection from The Royal Mint presents the final year of the traditional definitive designs before the introduction of the Royal Shield series. Each coin is struck in sterling silver (.925) to the highest proof standard, with frosted devices and mirror‑polished fields that highlight the artistry of the long‑running definitive series.

This collection showcases the iconic designs that defined British coinage for decades:

Coins Included (All Silver Proof)

• 1p – Portcullis
• 2p – Feather Badge of the Prince of Wales
• 5p – Crowned Thistle
• 10p – Lion
• 20p – Tudor Rose
• 50p – Britannia
• £1 – Royal Arms

These designs represent the heraldic and national symbols of the United Kingdom, making the Emblems of Britain collection a fitting tribute to the end of the definitive era.

This example is complete, in original Royal Mint packaging with COA, ensuring full provenance and presentation quality.

• Monarch: Elizabeth II
• Type: Silver Proof Collection
• Year: 2008
• Denominations: 1p–£1
• Metal: Sterling Silver (.925)
• Weight: Full multi‑denomination silver set
• Diameter: Standard circulating sizes
• Reverse Designs:
  • Portcullis (1p)
  • Prince of Wales Feathers (2p)
  • Crowned Thistle (5p)
  • Lion (10p)
  • Tudor Rose (20p)
  • Britannia (50p)
  • Royal Arms (£1)
• Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II (Ian Rank‑Broadley)
• Presentation: Original Royal Mint packaging with COA
• Mintage: 7,500 sets
• Catalogue Numbers:
  • Spink (S): 5103‑2008
  • KM: PS‑2008‑S
• Classification: Modern British silver proof collection
• Collectability: Final year of the classic definitive designs in silver; highly desirable and historically significant

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