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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II D-Day
1994 year| Virenium | 20.06 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1994 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GIP = USD 6.54 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Virenium |
| Weight | 20.06 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Thickness | 2.40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#40001 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
D-Day - Soldier, sailor and pilot above tank, plane, and ship
Script: Latin
Lettering:
6 JUNE•1944• D-DAY
AA
5 POUNDS
Edge
4 series of striations separated by 4 smooth series
Interesting fact
The 5 Pound coin issued by Gibraltar in 1994 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of D-Day is made of a unique metal called "Virenium," which is an alloy of copper, nickel, and zinc. This coin is one of the few coins in the world to be made of this distinctive metal, making it a rare and interesting collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 PM | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (D-Day) 1994 coin.
