© The London Coin Company
© The London Coin Company
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Dreadnought; Silver Proof
2016 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| 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 | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#102241 |
|---|---|
| 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 6-coin set released in 2016, remembering the Stories of The First World War and was also issued in gold proof.Issue limit: 2,000
©The Royal Mint, 2016
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Jutland, which was a major naval battle during World War I. The coin's design features an image of the HMS Dreadnought, a British battleship that played a significant role in the battle. The coin's silver content and proof finish also add to its collectibility and numismatic value.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 499 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Silver Proof) 2016 coin.
