10 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Crimean War; Gold Proof) 2004 front 10 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Crimean War; Gold Proof) 2004 back
10 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Crimean War; Gold Proof) 2004 photo
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10 Pounds - Elizabeth II Crimean War; Gold Proof

2004 year
Gold (.9999) 155.5 g 65 mm
Description
Issuer
Jersey (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2004
Value
10 Pounds 10 JEP = USD 13
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999)
Weight
155.5 g
Diameter
65 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#386520
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Charge of the Light Brigade scene behind Earl of Cardigan

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1854 CRIMEA 2004
TEN POUNDS

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Crimean War, which took place from 1853 to 1856. The coin's design features an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of the Charge of the Light Brigade, a famous military action during the war, on the other. The coin's gold content and proof finish make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.