© The Royal Mint, 2018
© The Royal Mint, 2018
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 5th Portrait; The Nutcracker
2018 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 | 2018 |
| 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#151641 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 40% |
Reverse
A nutcracker scene with legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CHRISTMAS 2018 THE NUTCRACKER
HB
Engraver: Harry Brockway
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Available as a Brilliant Uncirculated issue presented in a Christmas card (26,900 sales), in third party tubes (10,498 sales) and in an advent calendar (1,939 sales).©The Royal Mint, 2018
The coin was available as a 'Strike You Own' edition at The Royal Mint Experience in Llantrisant, Wales between 19/11/2018 and 31/12/2018 (3,808 sales)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design depicting the character of the Nutcracker from the famous ballet, which was created by the Royal Ballet's principal dancer and choreographer, Sir Matthew Bourne. The coin's design also includes a nod to the 200th anniversary of the birth of Tchaikovsky, who composed the music for the ballet. This coin is a special edition, as it is not meant to be used as regular currency, but rather as a collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 39337 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; The Nutcracker) 2018 coin.
