5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 5th Portrait; British Red Cross
2020 year| 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 |
| Year | 2020 |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#230205 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 49% |
Reverse
A depiction of a red cross set against a background of the British Isles and a series of lines symbolising the globe accompanied, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1870 · BRITISH RED CROSS · 2020 ·
HDG
THE POWER OF KINDNESS
Engraver: Henry Gray
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The first time the British Red Cross has been commemorated on a UK coin, issued to commemorate 150 years since its inception. The coin was also struck in silver proof, silver piedfort and gold proof. The BU mintage comprised Royal Mint packs (8,637 sales) and third party trade packaging (6,500 sales).
© The Royal Mint, 2020
Interesting fact
The 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (5th Portrait; British Red Cross) 2020 coin from the United Kingdom features a unique design that commemorates the 150th anniversary of the British Red Cross. The coin's reverse side features a depiction of Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by a pattern of red crosses, which symbolize the organization's mission and humanitarian work. This design was created by renowned British artist, David Lawrence, and was specifically commissioned for this coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 15137 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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