© The Royal Mint, 2019
© The Royal Mint, 2019
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; Legend of the Ravens
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#154639 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 43% |
Reverse
The image of a Raven 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
Charles II is thought to have been the first to insist that the ravens of the Tower be protected after he was warned that the crown and the Tower itself would fall if they left. That belief and tradition is still maintained and currently there are seven ravens at the Tower - the required six, plus one spare.The first 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 (14,699 sales) as well as in tubes for third parties (5,500 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 on its reverse side, showcasing the "Legend of the Ravens," a story that has been passed down for generations in British folklore. The design depicts a group of ravens surrounding the Tower of London, with the legend stating that if the ravens ever leave the tower, the kingdom will fall. This coin is a special commemoration of this legend and is a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 20199 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Legend of the Ravens) 2019 coin.
