5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Arrival of Commodore Nelson; Gold Proof
1997 yearGold (.916) | 39.83 g | 36.10 mm |
Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
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Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 1997 |
Value | 5 Pounds 5 GIP = USD 6.54 |
Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
Composition | Gold (.916) |
Weight | 39.83 g |
Diameter | 36.10 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-08 |
Numista | N#367432 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ship in full sail, heading towards Gibraltar, with cameo of Nelson to upper left. Value below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· BICENTENNIAL OF THE ARRIVAL OF COMMODORE NELSON ·
5
POUNDS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Coin in original box with certificateInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design depicting the arrival of Commodore Horatio Nelson in Gibraltar in 1805, following his victory at the Battle of Trafalgar. The coin's design is based on a famous painting of the event by William Hogarth.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1997 | 850 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Arrival of Commodore Nelson; Gold Proof) 1997 coin.