© CazCollins
© CazCollins
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II European Football Championship; Silver Proof
1996 year| Silver (.925) | 23.50 g | 36.60 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 IMP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 23.50 g |
| Diameter | 36.60 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#327443 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two soccer players, with Euro'96 logo at left. At sides wreaths, below the value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UEFA Euro'96 England
FIVE POUNDS
Edge
Milled
Comment
Issued as part of a set. Issue Limit: 1,996© CazCollins
The coin was also struck in Virenium
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 1996 European Football Championship, also known as Euro 1996, which was held in England. The coin features a design depicting a football player in action, surrounded by the tournament's logo and the words "European Football Championship 1996." This coin is a unique collector's item for football enthusiasts and numismatists alike, as it combines the theme of sports with the prestige of a silver proof coin.
