5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Diana, Princess of Wales; Gold Proof) 1999 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Diana, Princess of Wales; Gold Proof) 1999 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Diana, Princess of Wales; Gold Proof) 1999 photo
© The Royal Mint, 1999

5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Diana, Princess of Wales; Gold Proof

1999 year
Gold (.9167) 39.94 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1999
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
References
Numista
N#114088
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Head of Diana, Princess of Wales right with legend above and dates and denomination below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IN MEMORY OF DIANA PRINCESS OF WALES
1961 1997
·FIVE POUNDS·

Engraver: David Cornell

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issued individually, the coin was also struck in copper-nickel and silver proof.

© The Royal Mint, 1999

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Diana, Princess of Wales, on the reverse side, which was designed by sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley. This coin was issued as a tribute to Princess Diana, who was a beloved member of the British royal family and known for her philanthropic work. The coin's design captures her likeness in a beautiful and detailed manner, making it a unique and special collector's item for anyone interested in royal memorabilia or numismatics.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1999  7500 - - - - - -

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