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10 Pounds - Elizabeth II Battle of Trafalgar; Gold Proof
2008 yearGold (.750) (18 ct) | 155.5 g | 65 mm |
Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
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Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2008 |
Value | 10 Pounds 10 GIP = USD 13 |
Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
Composition | Gold (.750) (18 ct) |
Weight | 155.5 g |
Diameter | 65 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-08 |
Numista | N#397813 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fleet under sail with cameo of Nelson to right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE BATTLE OF TRAFALGAR
TEN POUNDS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar, a naval engagement that took place during the Napoleonic Wars in 1805. The coin's design features an image of HMS Victory, the flagship of Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson, who led the British fleet to victory in the battle. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2008 | 50 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Battle of Trafalgar; Gold Proof) 2008 coin.