Ice Age Giants - Woolly Rhinoceros 50p Gold 2024 Proof
Tales of the Earth - Steppe Mammoth 50p Gold 2024 Proof is a coin from the 'Tales of the Earth' series. The steppe mammoth (Mammuthus trogontherii) was one of the largest mammals of the Pleistocene era. This mammoth lived on vast grassy plains, adapting to life in the harsh conditions of the Ice Age.
The specimen is minted in Au.916.7 gold, weighing 15.50 grams, 27.30 mm in diameter, in proof standard. The mintage of the coin is 35 pieces. In addition, this unusual piece was produced by The Royal Mint. The product has been housed in its original packaging. The coin is guaranteed by the UK government as to its legality, purity of bullion and origin of the metal, and is full legal tender in the issuer's country.
The Averse shows the effigy of King Charles III of Great Britain and the denomination and year, designed by Martin Jennings.
The Rewers of the coin shows an image of a steppe mammoth in its natural habitat and the inscription "MAMMUTHUS", "STEPPE MAMMOTH".