5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (England '66 - England vs Uruguay) 2006 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (England '66 - England vs Uruguay) 2006 back
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II England '66 - England vs Uruguay

2006 year
Silver (.925) (Selective colour ink) 28.28 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2006
Value
5 Pounds 5 GIP = USD 6.55
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
References
Numista
N#369807
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

The flags of England and Uruguay in colour.
Bobby Moore's signature

Scripts: Latin, Latin (cursive)

Lettering:
ENGLAND '66 - 40th ANNIVERSARY
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. The coin's reverse side features a colorful depiction of a soccer player in action, surrounded by the words "England '66" and "England vs Uruguay." This design was created using selective color ink, which gives the coin a distinctive and eye-catching appearance. Additionally, the coin is made of silver (.925) and weighs 28.28 grams, making it a valuable and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.