5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Football - head with tiara) 1998-1999 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Football - head with tiara) 1998-1999 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Football - head with tiara) 1998-1999 photo

5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Football - head with tiara

 
Virenium 20.1 g 36.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1998-1999
Value
5 Pounds 5 IMP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Virenium
Weight
20.1 g
Diameter
36.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#71592
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Two football (soccer) players above value.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
AA
FIVE POUNDS

Edge

Alternating plain and reeded sections (3 each)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing Queen Elizabeth II wearing a tiara and facing forward, which is different from the traditional profile view often seen on coins.