5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Admiral Nelson) 2003 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Admiral Nelson) 2003 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Admiral Nelson) 2003 photo
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Admiral Nelson

2003 year
Copper-nickel 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Guernsey
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2003
Value
5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#215319
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Portrait of Admiral Nelson with two ship in background. Flag above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
THE HISTORY OF THE ROYAL NAVY
FIVE POUNDS
HORATIO NELSON 1758-1805

Engraver: Willem Vis

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Admiral Nelson) 2003 coin from Guernsey is that it features a unique reversible design. The coin has a standard obverse side featuring Queen Elizabeth II, but the reverse side features a portrait of Admiral Horatio Nelson, which can be viewed either right-side up or upside down, depending on how the coin is held. This innovative design was created by the coin's designer, Ian Rank-Broadley, and it adds an extra layer of interest and collectibility to the coin.