5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Funeral ship and document
2005 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GIP = USD 6.54 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#72704 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Funeral barge, doc and ship in background
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1805 TRAFALGAR 2005
FIVE POUNDS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
This coin is part of a 24 coin series commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the funeral of Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, who passed away on March 30, 2002. The coin's design features an image of the funeral ship, the MV Queen Elizabeth 2, and a document that represents the official certificate of the funeral. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for those interested in numismatics and British royal history.
