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25 Pounds - Elizabeth II Mercury - Citius, Gold Proof
| Issuer | Royal Mint |
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| Year | 2010 |
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| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
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| Obverse description | The fourth definitive effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, sculpted by Ian Rank-Broadley, depicted in right-facing profile wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara. The truncation bears the engraver's initials IRB. The sovereign's name and titles appear in the surrounding legend, with the date and denomination incorporated into the inscription. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | A dynamic depiction of the Roman messenger god Mercury shown in full stride, representing the athletic discipline of running. The five Olympic Rings appear prominently above the central figure, referencing the London 2012 Olympic Games. The legend MERCURY appears at the top of the field, with the Olympic motto CITIUS (meaning Faster) and the inscription LONDON 2012 completing the surrounding lettering. The design was engraved by John Bergdahl. |
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