© The Royal Mint, 2015
© The Royal Mint, 2015
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Animals at War; Silver Proof
2015 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 | 2015 |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#92315 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Laden horse carrying munitions and a howitzer in the background, legend below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1914 THE FIRST WORLD WAR 1918
DL
Engraver: David Lawrence
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Lettering: PATIENT EYES COURAGEOUS HEARTS
Comment
The second of six sets of £5 coins issued between 2014 and 2018, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the First World War. This issue with the Jody Clark 5th portrait was part of the 6-coin set released in 2015, remembering the Reality In The Grip of Conflict during The First World War and was also struck in gold proof.Issue limit: 2,500
©The Royal Mint, 2015
Interesting fact
The Animals at War coin series was launched by the Royal Mint in 2015 to commemorate the role of animals in military conflicts. The series features a range of animals, including horses, dogs, and pigeons, that have been used in various military contexts throughout history. The coin , which features a silver proof 5-pound coin with an image of a horse, is part of this series.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 807 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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