5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Fighting For Freedom) 2018 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Fighting For Freedom) 2018 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Fighting For Freedom) 2018 photo
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Fighting For Freedom

2018 year
Silver (.999) plated copper-nickel 25 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Alderney (Guernsey)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2018
Value
5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.999) plated copper-nickel
Weight
25 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#370585
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Three soldiers with guns, legend on left, denomination below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
100 YEARS
FIGHTING FOR FREEDOM
WE ARE NOW FREE
1918 GREAT WAR
FIVE POUNDS

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issued in set of 3 coins (together with Alderney 5 Pounds End of great War and with TDC 5 Pounds coin) - mintage of set 2018 pieces.
Possible also individual issue.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the "Fighting for Freedom" coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I. The coin's design features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, along with a depiction of a soldier and a poppy, which is a symbol of remembrance and hope. The coin's silver plating and copper-nickel core give it a unique and eye-catching appearance, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.