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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Battle of Britain; Gold Proof
2004 year| Gold (.9167) | 39.94 g | 38.61 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 | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 39.94 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#397870 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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
Reeded
Comment
Six of the coins in the series were issued also in gold proof (photos from www.chards.co.uk):
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 65th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, a pivotal air campaign fought during World War II between the Royal Air Force (RAF) and the German Air Force (Luftwaffe). The coin's design features an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a Spitfire aircraft, which played a crucial role in the battle, on the other. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Battle of Britain; Gold Proof) 2004 coin.
