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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 2016 Remembrance Day, Silver Piedfort
2016 year| Silver (.925) | 56.56 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Alderney (Guernsey) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 56.56 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#92954 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Colour printed poppies with lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: THEIR NAME LIVETH FOR EVERMORE
Engraver: Thomas Docherty
Edge
Reeded
Comment
On November 11 each year poppy wreaths are laid as a mark of respect for those who have given their lives in the service of their country.Original packaging by Royal Mint (photo © TIGRIS REGEM LTD / AgAuNews.com):
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it has a unique design, featuring a poppy wreath surrounded by a ribbon, which symbolizes the remembrance of those who fought and died in World War I. The coin's design is particularly significant because it was created to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme, one of the bloodiest battles in human history. The coin's silver composition and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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