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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; Millennium
| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1999-2000 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#13406 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
A representation of the British Isles with a pair of clock hands, pivoted on Greenwich and set at twelve o'clock, commemorative dates either side, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1999 2000
ANNO DOMINI
JM
FIVE POUNDS
Translation: The year of our Lord
Engraver: Jeffrey Matthews
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: WHAT'S PAST IS PROLOGUE
Comment
Despite being produced in their millions and being available at face value from most post offices and banks, the ordinary business strike was a Royal Mint commemorative issue and not intended for general circulation.This design was issued in Brilliant Uncirculated individual packs in both 1999 and 2000, in the 2000 annual proof sets and in silver proof and gold proof, in both 1999 and 2000. A special mintmark was added to coins in BU packs sold at the Millennium Dome.
© The Royal Mint, 2000
The edge lettering is taken from William Shakespeare's The Tempest and recognises the dawn of the new millennium as an opportunity to look into the future.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was designed by sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley, who is known for his portraits of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin features a unique fourth portrait of the Queen, which was created specifically for the Millennium series. The design is meant to represent the Queen's maturity and wisdom, and it is considered one of the most iconic and recognizable portraits of her reign.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 3700000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2000 | 72469 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (4th portrait; Millennium) 1999-2000 coin.
