5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Evacuation of Dunkirk; Silver Proof) 2010 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Evacuation of Dunkirk; Silver Proof) 2010 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Evacuation of Dunkirk; Silver Proof) 2010 photo
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Evacuation of Dunkirk; Silver Proof

2010 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Guernsey
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2010
Value
5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#373989
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Scene of Dunkirk evacuation: soldiers ready for evacuations, small ships coming with help.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FIVE POUNDS
BRITISH ISLES AT WAR

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

The 5 Pound coin - Elizabeth II (Evacuation of Dunkirk; Silver Proof) 2010 from Guernsey is a unique coin that commemorates the 70th anniversary of the Dunkirk Evacuation during World War II. The coin's design features a depiction of the evacuation, with a ship in the background and soldiers on the beach in the foreground. The coin's silver content and proof finish add to its collectibility and value.