© The Royal Mint, 2016
© The Royal Mint, 2016
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Giant's Causeway; Silver Proof
2016 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 | 2016 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#221283 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Image of Giant's Causeway, legend above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GIANT'S CAUSEWAY
GD LC
Engravers: Glyn Davies, Laura Clancy
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The second set of £5 coins issued commemorating A Portrait of Britain. This set celebrates the Natural Landscapes of the British Isles (Giant's Causeway, Lake District, Snowdonia, White Cliffs of Dover) and was only produced in colourised silver proof.Issue limit: 3,500
©The Royal Mint, 2018
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that the Giant's Causeway, depicted on the reverse side of the coin, is a natural wonder located in Northern Ireland and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a unique landscape of interlocking basalt columns that were created by volcanic activity millions of years ago. The coin's design captures the unique beauty of this natural wonder, making it a popular collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1098 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Giant's Causeway; Silver Proof) 2016 coin.
