© The Royal Mint, 2021
© The Royal Mint, 2021
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; Griffin of Edward III
2021 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 | 2021 |
| 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 |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#268780 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 47% |
Reverse
Image of a Griffin (body of a lion, wings and head of an eagle) dividing date, over a shield of the House of Windsor, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· 2021 ·
GRIFFIN OF EDWARD III
JC
Engraver: Jody Clark
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The tenth and final design in The Queen's Beast series which began in 2016, there are 10 Beasts in total which are a representation of the statues that stood in Westminster Abbey on the Queen's Coronation in 1953. The statues are now on display in the Canadian Museum of History.For the Griffin of Edward III there were 14 different issues of varying metals, denominations and years of issue, which all share Jody Clark's design.
©The Royal Mint, 2021
Interesting fact
The Griffin of Edward III, which is featured on the reverse side of the coin, is a mythical creature that has been associated with the British monarchy for centuries. It is said to have the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, and is often depicted holding a shield with the royal arms of England. The Griffin is considered a symbol of strength, courage, and protection, and has been used on various coins and currency throughout British history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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