5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; World War II
2020 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 | 2020 |
| 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#231817 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 51% |
Reverse
Central inscription with legend and dates around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE END OF THE SECOND WORLD WAR
W
PEACE
R
CD 1945 · 2020 MD
Engravers: Matthew Dent, Christian Davies
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the ending of World War II, the coin was released as individual pieces and in Royal Mail coin & stamp covers. The design was also struck in silver proof, silver piedfort and gold proof. The BU mintage comprised Royal Mint packs (9,475 sales), third parties Trade Packaging (17,000 sales) and coin and stamp sets (1,198 sales).
©The Royal Mint, 2020
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design that commemorates the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II. The design depicts a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by a wreath of poppies, which is a symbol of remembrance and hope. The coin's obverse features the standard effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, as well as the inscription "5 POUNDS" and the year of issue, "2020." This coin was issued as a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation and was instead produced for collectors and enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 27673 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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