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5 Pounds - Edward VII
1902 year| Gold (.916) | 39.94 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward VII (1901-1910) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1902 |
| Value | 5 Pounds |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.916) |
| Weight | 39.94 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#13228 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
St. George slaying the dragon right, date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1902
B.P.
Engraver: Benedetto Pistrucci
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The standard weight of a five sovereign was 1 177/623 troy ounce (616.4 grains). The pure gold content was 565 5/623 grains (36.6119 g).Proof issues with mint mark S below right rear hoof of horse were struck at Sydney, see .
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1902 Edward VII 5 Pound coin is that it was the first gold coin to be issued by the Royal Mint in over 200 years, since the guinea coin was discontinued in 1813.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1902 | 8066 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pounds - Edward VII 1902 coin.
