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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Dambuster Raid; Gold Proof
2005 year| Gold (.9167) | 39.94 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GIP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 39.94 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#397879 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ruhr river dam busting roller bombs, 1943
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DAMBUSTER RAID
FIVE POUNDS
Engraver: David Cornell
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Six of the coins in the series were issued also in gold proof (photos from www.chards.co.uk):
Interesting fact
The 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Dambuster Raid; Gold Proof) 2005 coin from Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) is an interesting collector's item due to its unique design and limited mintage. The coin commemorates the 60th anniversary of the Dambuster Raid, a World War II operation in which a squadron of British Lancaster bombers carried out a daring nighttime raid on several dams in Nazi Germany's Ruhr Valley. The coin's design features an image of the famous Upkeep bouncing bomb, which was used during the raid, surrounded by a representation of the bursting dam. The coin's gold composition and proof finish add to its collectibility and value.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Dambuster Raid; Gold Proof) 2005 coin.
