5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (70th Birthday) 1996 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (70th Birthday) 1996 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (70th Birthday) 1996 photo
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 70th Birthday

1996 year
Gold (.917) 39.83 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1996
Value
5 Pounds 5 GIP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
39.83 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#300197
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

EIIR within circular ribbon, castle with key.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· 70th BIRTHDAY OF HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH II ·
5
POUNDS

Interesting fact

The 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (70th Birthday) 1996 coin from Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) is a unique and valuable collector's item, as it was minted to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II's 70th birthday. It is made of gold (.917) and weighs 39.83 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it has a low mintage of only 5,000 coins, making it a rare and sought-after collectible among coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996  850 - - - - - -

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