5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Art and War; Gold Proof) 2017 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Art and War; Gold Proof) 2017 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Art and War; Gold Proof) 2017 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2017

5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Art and War; Gold Proof

2017 year
Gold (.9167) 39.94 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
2017
Value
5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.9167)
Weight
39.94 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#234620
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

An image of a war artist sketching a line of soldiers who have been gassed.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DL
1914 THE FIRST WORLD WAR 1918

Engraver: David Lawrence

Edge

Plain with incuse lettering

Lettering: WAR AS IT IS

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 silver proof.
Issue limit: 25

© The London Coin Company

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Art and War; Gold Proof) 2017 from United Kingdom is that it features a unique design that combines the theme of art and war. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse side depicts a representation of the famous painting "The Battle of Waterloo" by William Sadler. This design was chosen to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo, which took place on June 18, 1815. The coin's gold content and proof finish add to its collectibility and value, making it a sought-after piece for coin collectors and history enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2017  24 - - - - - -

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