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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Battle of the Somme; Gold Proof
2016 year| Gold (.9167) | 39.94 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.54 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#235065 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Trench warfare scene depicting British soldiers and tank.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1914 THE FIRST WORLD WAR 1918
JB
· SOMME ·
Engraver: John Bergdahl
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Lettering: DEAD MEN CAN ADVANCE NO FURTHER
Comment
The third 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 2016, remembering the Stories of The First World War and was also issued individually as well as being struck in silver proof.Issue limit: 25
©The Royal Mint, 2016
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme, which was a pivotal battle during World War I. The coin's design features a depiction of soldiers advancing across no man's land, and the reverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 25 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 the Somme; Gold Proof) 2016 coin.
