The 1996 One Pound Coin - Celtic Cross and TorcThe Reverse is a Celtic Cross with a Pimpernel Flower in the centre surrounded by an ancient Torc representing Northern Ireland. Some describe it as a Celtic cross, Broighter collar and pimpernel. The design, by Norman Sillman, was used in 1996 and 2001.
The Obverse is the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Raphael Maklouf.
The Edge Inscription is DECUS ET TUTAMEN which means 'An ornament and a safeguard'.
Image credit: The Royal Mint
Mintage: 89,886,000 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 1996. See Coins and Events of 1996
Monarch/Ruler: Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Category: One Pound. See more £1 coins
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Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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 | 1996 One Pound Coin – Celtic Cross and Torc, Elizabeth II = From Circulation £ 2.51 |
 | 1996 One Pound Coin – Celtic Cross and Torc, Elizabeth II = From Circulation £ 60.00 |
 | 1996 One Pound Coin – Celtic Cross and Torc, Elizabeth II = From Circulation £ 2.52 |
 | 1996 One Pound Coin – Celtic Cross and Torc, Elizabeth II Rare circulated £ 2.51 |
 | 1996 One Pound Coin – Celtic Cross and Torc, Elizabeth II = From Circulation £ 125.50 |
 | 1996 Northern Ireland Celtic Cross One Pound £1 Coin Royal Mint £ 20.00 |
 | 1996 celtic cross one pound coin: brillant uncirculated £ 10.80 |
 | Rare 1996 Celtic Cross £1 one pound coin with writing upside down collectors £ 465.70 |
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