© The Royal Mint, 1993
© The Royal Mint, 1993
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 40th Coronation Jubilee; Gold Proof
1993 year| Gold (.9167) | 39.94 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1993 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 39.94 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#92709 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
St Edward's Crown, used for the coronation of the Queen, encircled by forty trumpets all within legend and above dates
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FAITH AND TRUTH I WILL BEAR UNTO YOU
· 1953 - 1993 ·
Engraver: Robert Elderton
Edge
Reeded
Comment
At the centre of the obverse design is the Mary Gillick uncrowned young head portrait of the Queen, as on almost all British coins from 1953 to decimalisation. The coin was issued individually, while also struck in copper-nickel and silver proof.© The Royal Mint, 1993
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (40th Coronation Jubilee; Gold Proof) 1993 coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's coronation, which took place on June 2, 1953. The coin's design features a portrait of the Queen, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves, and the inscription "ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA F.D." which means "Elizabeth II, by the grace of God, Queen, Defender of the Faith." The coin's gold content and proof finish make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and fans of the British royal family.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (40th Coronation Jubilee; Gold Proof) 1993 coin.
