2000 Silver Proof PIEDFORT £1

The dragon, which appears on the badge and flag of Wales, is a potent expression of the strength, fire and spirit of the national character and its depiction on the reverse of the one pound coin embodies centuries of Welsh symbolism.  With wings elevated, it has been modelled by Norman Sillman from a drawing provided by the College of Arms.

Like the previous one pound coins for Wales, the 2000 coin carries the edge inscription PLEIDIOL WYF I'M GWLAD taken from the Welsh national anthem and meaning "true am I to my country".  The obverse bears Ian Rank-Broadley's portrait of Her Majesty the Queen.

Piedforts are coins which have been specially struck on thicker than normal blanks.  They are closely associated with France where from the twelfth century they were issued by Kings as presentation pieces.

Specifications

This one pound coin, weighing 19.00 grammes and measuring 22.50 millimetres in diameter, has been struck to the highest Proof quality in sterling .925 silver.  Only 10,000 of these superb one pound Piedfort coins will be available for worldwide distribution.

The 2000 Silver Proof Piedfort One Pound Coin is encapsulated and housed in the original Royal Mint box, complete with certificate of authenticity.

An essential addition for the Silver collectors amongst you.