2008 United Kingdom Standard Proof Set

• Mint: British Royal Mint
• Quality: Proof
• Issue limit: 30,000
• Alloy: Base Metal
• Denomination: Pound Sterling
• Number of coins: 11
• Medal included: No

The Standard Proof Set for 2008 comprises 11 coins, including three new commemorative coins, all struck to the Royal Mint's exemplary Proof quality.

The three new commemorative coins bear reverse designs reflecting Britain's royal heritage and sporting history. The two £5 coins, one celebrating the 60th birthday of Prince Charles and the other the 450th anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth I, and a special £2 coin commemorating the centenary of the 4th Olympiad, are at the heart of the Standard Proof Set. With the definitive coins from the 1p to the £2, including the original £1 bearing the Royal Arms, they sit together in a stylish black case with the Royal Mint emblem featured in gold on the lid.