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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II England '66 - England vs Argentina
2006 year| Silver (.925) (Selective colour ink) | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2006 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GIP = USD 6.54 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (Selective colour ink) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#369810 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
The flags of England and Argentina in colour.
Bobby Moore's signature
Scripts: Latin, Latin (cursive)
Lettering:
ENGLAND '66 - 40th ANNIVERSARY
QUARTER FINAL
23RD JULY 1966
ENGLAND 1 ARGENTINA 0
EMPIRE STADIUM: WEMBLEY: 88,000
FIVE POUNDS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 1966 FIFA World Cup, which was held in England and won by the English national team. The coin's design includes a colorful depiction of the tournament's official mascot, World Cup Willie, and the words "England '66" written in a bold, cursive font. The coin's selective color ink feature adds an extra touch of excitement to the design, making it a truly special collector's item for soccer fans and coin collectors alike.
