© The Royal Mint, 2021
© The Royal Mint, 2021
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Black Bull of Clarence; Silver Proof
2021 year| Silver (.999) | 62.42 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2021 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 62.42 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#298856 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
A bull supporting the shield of arms used by Edward IV and Richard III as well as the sovereigns of the Houses of Lancaster and Tudor, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·2021·
BLACK BULL OF CLARENCE
JC
Engraver: Jody Clark
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The first design in The Queen's Beast series which began in 2016, there are 10 Beasts in total which are a representation of the statues that stood in Westminster Abbey on the Queen's Coronation in 1953. The statues are now on display in the Canadian Museum of History.This strike was only part of the complete 10-coin set issued at the completion of the coin series. The 2021 design was also issued in silver and gold proof. Issue Limit: 300
©The Royal Mint, 2021
Interesting fact
The Black Bull of Clarence on the 2021 Silver Proof 5 Pound coin is a symbol of strength and courage, and it's also a nod to the legendary animal that was said to have been seen by King Edward I during his victory in the Battle of Halidon Hill in 1333.
