5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Battle of the Somme 1916) 2009 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Battle of the Somme 1916) 2009 back
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Battle of the Somme

2009 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Jersey (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2009
Value
5 Pounds 5 JEP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#82562
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Three soldiers carrying rifles with bayonets fixed

Script: Latin

Lettering:
GREAT BATTLES
BATTLE OF THE SOMME 1916
FIVE POUNDS

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 93rd anniversary of the Battle of the Somme, which took place during World War I. The Battle of the Somme was a major offensive on the Western Front, fought between the Allies and the German Empire. The coin's design features an image of King George V, who was the monarch at the time of the battle, and the reverse side features a depiction of soldiers advancing through a battlefield. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item for those interested in military history and numismatics.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2009  25000 - - - - - -

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