5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Dreadnought; Gold Proof) 2016 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Dreadnought; Gold Proof) 2016 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Dreadnought; Gold Proof) 2016 photo
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Dreadnought; Gold Proof

2016 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
2016
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#235075
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

A depiction of a naval gun on a Dreadnought ship, legend below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
EE
1914 THE FIRST WORLD WAR 1918

Engraver: Edwina Ellis

Edge

Plain with incuse lettering

Lettering: WATCH-DOGS OF THE NATION

Comment

The third 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 first 6-coin set released in 2018, remembering the Stories of The First World War and was also struck in silver proof.
Issue limit: 25

©The Royal Mint, 2016

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the HMS Dreadnought, a British Battleship that was launched in 1906 and was a significant symbol of British naval power. The coin's design also includes an inscription of the ship's name and the year it was launched. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for those interested in naval history and numismatics.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2016  25 - - - - - -

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 (Dreadnought; Gold Proof) 2016 coin.