5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; Crown Jewels) 2019 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; Crown Jewels) 2019 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; Crown Jewels) 2019 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2019

5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; Crown Jewels

2019 year
Copper-nickel 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2019
Value
5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.54
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#161636
Rarity index
45%

Reverse

The Crown of Mary of Modena, overlapping with a section of the Tower’s walls at Mint Street, legend below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TOWER OF LONDON
GD

Engraver: Glyn Davies

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The Crown Jewels, part of the Royal Collection, are the most powerful symbols of the British Monarchy and hold deep religious and cultural significance in Britain’s history. The Crown Jewels have been stored and displayed at the Tower of London since 1661, continuing a long tradition of storing precious objects there.

The second of four coins in the 2019 Tower of London series, produced in association with Historic Royal Palaces. The coin was issued individually in a Brilliant Uncirculated pack (13,238 sales) as well as in tubes for third parties (5,748 sales). The design features the Tower of London mint mark on the reverse and was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof, silver piedfort and gold proof.

©The Royal Mint, 2019

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom. The coin's reverse side features a detailed representation of the Imperial State Crown, which is worn by the monarch during the annual State Opening of Parliament. The crown is adorned with precious gems, including rubies, sapphires, and diamonds, and the coin's design captures the intricate details and beauty of the crown. This coin is a rare and collectible item that is sure to be a prized addition to any coin collection.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2019  18986 - - - - - -

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