5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; 2 oz Fine Silver) 2021 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; 2 oz Fine Silver) 2021 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; 2 oz Fine Silver) 2021 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2021

5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; 2 oz Fine Silver

2021 year
Silver (.999) 62.42 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2021
Value
5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
62.42 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#281503
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

A depiction of the profile of the head of Britannia, with lion on helmet, legend above right

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BRITANNIA 2021
2 OZ 999 FINE SILVER
PJL

Engraver: P.J. Lynch

Edge

Reeded

Comment

For 2021 there are 2 proof Britannia designs this being from the premium proof series exclusive to the Royal Mint. There were a variety of denomination and metals struck using this design. Issue Limit: 560

© The Royal Mint, 2021

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a special reverse design, created by artist Joanna Drage, which depicts a majestic oak tree, symbolizing strength and endurance, to commemorate the Queen's 70th anniversary of her accession to the throne.