5 Pounds - Elizabeth II England '66 - England vs Uruguay
2006 yearSilver (.925) (Selective colour ink) | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
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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 |
Numista | N#369807 |
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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.