5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Cutty Sark; Silver Proof) 2009 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Cutty Sark; Silver Proof) 2009 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Cutty Sark; Silver Proof) 2009 photo
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Cutty Sark; Silver Proof

2009 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Guernsey
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2009
Value
5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.54
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#369913
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

The ship Cutty Sark trapped on the sea, island in background

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FIVE POUNDS
CUTTY SARK

Engraver: Michael Guilfoyle

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

The Cutty Sark, featured on the 2009 Guernsey £5 Silver Proof coin, is a famous tea clipper ship that was built in 1869 and has a rich history in maritime trade and racing.