5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Evening Star) 2004 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Evening Star) 2004 back
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Evening Star

2004 year
Copper-nickel 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Jersey (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2004
Value
5 Pounds 5 JEP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#389859
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Side view of the last British steam locomotive Morning Star, against an earlier locomotive.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FIVE POUNDS
MORNING STAR
92220

Designer: Robert Lowe

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Evening Star) 2004 coin from Jersey is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting a stylized image of the Evening Star, which is a symbol of hope and guidance. The design was created by artist and engraver, Edwina Ellis.