© The Royal Mint, 2022
© The Royal Mint, 2022
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; Year of the Tiger
2022 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 | 2022 |
| 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#303954 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 49% |
Reverse
An image of a tiger, legend above.
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
YEAR OF THE TIGER · 2022
DL
虎
Translation: 虎 (Tiger)
Engraver: David Lawrence
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The ninth design in the Chinese Lunar Year - Shēngxiào Collection, there were several different strikes for the Year of the Tiger with varying compositions and denominations which all share David Lawrence's design.
The BU mintage figures comprise Royal Mint packaging (22,610 sales) and trade packaging for third parties (8,786 sales).
© The Royal Mint, 2021
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a special design on the reverse side, which depicts a tiger's head in a close-up view, with its mouth open and ready to pounce. This design is meant to symbolize the Year of the Tiger, which is a significant event in the Chinese lunar calendar. The coin's design also includes the inscription "Year of the Tiger" in both English and Chinese characters, adding to its cultural significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 31396 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Year of the Tiger) 2022 coin.
