10 Pounds - Elizabeth II Battle of Trafalgar; Silver Proof
2008 year| Silver (.925) (partially gold gilded) | 155.5 g | 65 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 10 Pounds 10 GIP = USD 13 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (partially gold gilded) |
| Weight | 155.5 g |
| Diameter | 65 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#397815 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fleet under sail with cameo of Nelson to right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE BATTLE OF TRAFALGAR
TEN POUNDS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar, a naval engagement fought between the British Royal Navy and the combined fleets of the French and Spanish navies during the Napoleonic Wars. 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 partial gold gilding adds an extra layer of elegance and sophistication to its design, making it a truly unique and collectible piece.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 995 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Silver Proof) 2008 coin.
