5 Pounds - Elizabeth II British Expeditionary Force; Gold Proof
2014 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 | 2014 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55 |
| 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#241076 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
British troops waving to crowds as they embark on a ship.
Lettering:
· 1914 THE FIRST WORLD WAR 1918 ·
B.E.F.
JB
Engraver: John Bergdahl
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Lettering: SALUTE THE OLD CONTEMPTIBLES
Comment
The first 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 2014, remembering the Outbreak of The First World War and was also struck in silver proof.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it was minted to commemorate the centenary of the British Expeditionary Force (BEF), which was a British military force sent to France in 1914 during World War I. The coin's design features an image of King George V, who was the monarch at the time of the BEF's deployment, and the reverse side features a depiction of soldiers marching into battle. The coin's gold content and proof finish add to its collectibility and value, making it a unique and meaningful tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers who served in the BEF.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 20 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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