5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (First Sighting) 1992 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (First Sighting) 1992 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (First Sighting) 1992 photo

5 Pounds - Elizabeth II First Sighting

1992 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Falkland Islands (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1992
Value
5 Pounds 5 FKP = 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#69624
Rarity index
77%

Reverse

Map above ship, “Desire” at sea, dates at right

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1592 1992
400th ANNIVERSARY OF FIRST SIGHTING

Engraver: Willem Vis

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a young Queen Elizabeth II, that was only available on a limited number of coins minted in 1992 for the Falkland Islands.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1992  20000 - - - - - -

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