© The Royal Mint, 2021
© The Royal Mint, 2021
5 Pence - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; 1/40 oz Fine Silver
2021 year| Silver (.999) | 0.8 g | 8 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2021 |
| Value | 5 Pence 0.05 GBP = USD 0.07 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#281513 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
A depiction of the figure of Britannia aside a seated lion, legend above, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITANNIA
1/40 OZ 999 FINE SILVER
2021
PJL
Engraver: P.J. Lynch
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Available in the 6-coin Silver Britannia Proof Set for 2021 with an issue limit of 1,100 sets.Issue Limit: 1,100
© The Royal Mint, 2021
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique 5th portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which was designed specifically for this coin. This portrait is different from the traditional effigy of the Queen that is commonly used on other coins, and it gives the coin a distinctive look that sets it apart from other coins in the series.
