5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Arras; Silver Proof
2017 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 | 2017 |
| 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#222341 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
An image of the Battle of Arras, showing howitzers on the ground with planes flying overhead, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1914 THE FIRST WORLD WAR 1918
JB
ARRAS
Engraver: John Bergdahl
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: THE MONSTROUS ANGER OF THE GUNS
Comment
The fourth of six sets of £5 coins issued between 2014 and 2018, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the First World War. This issue was part of the 6-coin set released in 2017, remembering the Stories of The First World War and was also struck in gold proof. Issue limit: 1,917.
©The Royal Mint, 2017
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Arras; Silver Proof) 2017 from United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Silver (.925) weighing 28.28 g is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Arras, which took place during World War I. The coin's design depicts a soldier standing on the parapet of a trench, looking out over the battlefield, and is intended to symbolize the bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers who fought in the battle. The coin's unique design and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for anyone interested in military history or numismatics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 573 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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