Obverse © 5 pounds colour (CC BY-NC-SA) – Reverse © Spitfire (CC BY-NC-SA)
Obverse © 5 pounds colour (CC BY-NC-SA) – Reverse © Spitfire (CC BY-NC-SA)
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Battle of Britain - Coloured Poppy
2004 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2004 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GIP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#134741 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Spitfire and 2x German Messerschmitt 109's dog fighting, with Junkers Ju188 going down in the background, colourised poppy below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BATTLE OF BRITAIN
FIVE POUNDS
Engraver: David Cornell
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The coloured poppy design on the 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Battle of Britain - Coloured Poppy) 2004 coin from Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) is a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins in the series. The poppy is a symbol of remembrance and hope, and the coloured design adds an extra layer of significance to the coin's commemoration of the Battle of Britain.
