© The Royal Mint, 2019
© The Royal Mint, 2019
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; Falcon of the Plantagenets
2019 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 | 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 |
| Numista | N#150369 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 40% |
Reverse
A falcon clutching the personal badge of Edward IV depicting a smaller white falcon gripping an open fetterlock in its talons.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· 20 19 ·
FALCON OF THE PLANTAGENETS
JC
Engraver: Jody Clark
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The fifth design in The Queen's Beasts BU series which began in 2016 with the Lion of England, there are a total of ten Beasts representing the statues that stood in Westminster Abbey on the Queen's Coronation in 1953. The original statues are now on display in the Canadian Museum of History at Gatineau, whilst James Woodford's sculpted replicas stand in the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew, London.This Jody Clark reverse design was struck individually in a BU pack (13,041 sales) and to third parties in tubes (6,653 sales). It was struck in a variety of base and precious metal compositions and denominations.
© The Royal Mint, 2019
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing the Falcon of the Plantagenets, a symbol associated with the royal family and their lineage. This design was specifically chosen to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the accession of the Tudor dynasty, which ruled England from 1485 to 1603. The coin's design is a nod to the rich history and heritage of the British monarchy, making it a truly special and collectible piece.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 19694 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (5th portrait; Falcon of the Plantagenets) 2019 coin.
