© The London Coin Company
© The London Coin Company
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Abolition of Slavery; Silver Proof
2010 year| Silver (.925) | 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 | 2010 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 2.89 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#33042 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Bust of Olaudau Equiano half left holding a book, blue 2012 Olympic logo on upper left adjacent to quotation from William Shakespeare
Script: Latin
Lettering:
To thine own self be true
london 2012
Abolition
of
SLAVERY
BRITISH DOMINION
January the 24th 1825
Engraver: Shane Greeves
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The third of three sets of £5 coins issued in 2009 and 2010, celebrating Britain leading up to the London 2012 Olympics through the themes of Mind, Body & Spirit. This issue was part of the Spirit of Britain 6-coin set (1,564 sales) released in 2010. The coin was also issued in the complete 18-coin set (3,407) as well as individually (34 sales). Issue Limit: 95,000©The Royal Mint, 2010
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the slave trade in the British Empire. The coin's design features a depiction of a slave ship with broken chains and a group of people standing on the shore, symbolizing freedom and liberation. The coin's obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse was designed by sculptor and artist, Ian Rank-Broadley. The coin was minted in a limited edition of 25,000 pieces and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5005 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Abolition of Slavery; Silver Proof) 2010 coin.
