5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; Remembrance Day) 2020 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; Remembrance Day) 2020 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; Remembrance Day) 2020 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2020

5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; Remembrance Day

2020 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
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
References
Numista
N#242232
Rarity index
51%

Reverse

The silhouette of a First World War soldier formed by poppies, legend to the left.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LEST WE FORGET
11 NOVEMBER 2020
NP

Engraver: Natasha Preece

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issued to commemorate the centenary of the burial of the Unknown Warrior, it was released individually in a Brilliant Uncirculated pack and was also struck in silver proof and silver piedfort. The BU mintage comprised Royal Mint packs (10,898 sales) and Trade Packaging to third parties (6,500 sales).

© The Royal Mint, 2020

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a special design on the reverse side, which commemorates Remembrance Day, a day to honor the members of the armed forces who have died in service. The design includes a poppy, a symbol of remembrance and hope, and the words "Lest We Forget" and "Never Forget" in English and Welsh. This coin serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by military personnel and their families.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2020  17398 - - - - - -

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