2008 UK COINAGE ROYAL SHIELD OF ARMS SILVER PROOF PEIDFORT COLLECTION

The 2008 UK Coinage Royal Shield of Arms Silver Proof Piedfort Collection marks one of the most significant changes in modern British coinage — the introduction of Matthew Dent’s Royal Shield design across all circulating denominations.

This special Silver Proof Piedfort Collection presents the entire new shield series struck in double‑thickness sterling silver, giving each coin exceptional depth, weight, and visual presence. The frosted devices and mirror‑polished fields highlight the precision of Royal Mint proof production during this period.

Coins Included (All Piedfort Silver Proof)

• 1p
• 2p
• 5p
• 10p
• 20p
• 50p
• £1 (complete shield design)

When arranged together, the reverses form the complete Royal Shield — a striking and highly collectible presentation of the new national coinage design.

This example is complete, in original Royal Mint packaging with its certificate of authenticity, ensuring full provenance and presentation quality.

• Monarch: Elizabeth II
• Type: Silver Proof Piedfort Collection
• Year: 2008
• Denominations: 1p–£1 (full Royal Shield series)
• Metal: Sterling Silver (.925)
• Weight: Full multi‑denomination piedfort silver set
• Diameter: Standard circulating sizes
• Reverse Design: Royal Shield of Arms by Matthew Dent
• Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II (Ian Rank‑Broadley)
• Presentation: Original Royal Mint packaging with COA
• Mintage: 7,500 sets
• Catalogue Numbers:
  • Spink (S): 5104‑PF‑2008
  • KM: PS‑2008‑PF
• Classification: Modern British silver piedfort collection
• Collectability: First year of the Royal Shield design; highly desirable piedfort format