5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Angel of the North; Silver Proof) 2009 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Angel of the North; Silver Proof) 2009 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Angel of the North; Silver Proof) 2009 photo
© The London Coin Company

5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Angel of the North; Silver Proof

2009 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2009
Value
5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.54
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
References
Numista
N#18526
Rarity index
75%

Reverse

The Angel of the North accompanied by the London 2012 logo and a quotation from William Shakespeare

Script: Latin

Lettering:
I have
touched the
highest
point
of
all my
greatness

Engraver: Shane Greeves

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Part of the first 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 Mind of Britain 6-coin set (1,480 sales) released in 2009. The coin was also issued in the complete 18-coin set (3,407 sales). Issue Limit: 95,000

©The Royal Mint, 2009

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the coin is that the Angel of the North, which is featured on the reverse side of the coin, is a large sculpture located in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, North East England. It was designed by Antony Gormley and completed in February 1998. The sculpture is 20 metres (66 feet) tall, with wings measuring 54 meters (177 feet) across, and is made of steel. It is an iconic landmark in the North East of England and has become a symbol of the region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2009  24700 - - - - - -

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