© The Royal Mint, 2015
© The Royal Mint, 2015
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Gallipoli Landings; Silver Proof
2015 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2015 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.54 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#72227 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Troops landings on the beaches below map of Gallipoli Peninsula showing the lines of attack.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1914 THE FIRST WORLD WAR 1918
ANZAC
SECONDARY LANDING
AEGEAN SEA
JB
.GALLIPOLI.
Engraver: John Bergdahl
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Lettering: HEROES THAT SHED THEIR BLOOD
Comment
Issued as part of a 4-coin set - a collaboration of four international mints: a $5 coin from the Royal Australian Mint, a NZ$1 coin by New Zealand Post, both struck in 999 fine silver and a 925-sterling silver 20 Lira coin from the Turkish Mint and this 925-sterling silver £5 coin from The Royal Mint.©New Zealand Post
This design was also issued with the Jody Clark 5th portrait obverse as part of the second of six sets of £5 coins issued between 2014 and 2018, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the First World War.
Interesting fact
The 5 Pound coin features a unique design that commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Gallipoli Landings during World War I. The coin's design depicts a soldier standing on the shore, looking out towards the sea, with a background of a ship and a subtle outline of the coastline. The coin's obverse features the standard portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. This coin is a limited edition, with only 2,500 silver proof coins minted, making it a highly collectible piece for coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Gallipoli Landings; Silver Proof) 2015 coin.
