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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Golden Wedding
1997 year| Copper-nickel | 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 | 1997 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#13622 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
The reverse features the crown of St. Edward above shields bearing the Royal Arms and the Coat of Arms of Prince Philip, separated by an anchor.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· 1947 1997 ·
· 20 ·
NOVEMBER
· FIVE POUNDS ·
Engraver: Leslie Durbin
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Despite being produced in their millions and being available at face value from most post offices and banks, the ordinary business strike was a Royal Mint commemorative issue and not intended for general circulation.Issued in the 1997 Annual Proof set as well as individually in a Brilliant Uncirculated pack, the coin was also struck in silver proof and gold proof.
Interesting fact
The 5 Pound - Elizabeth II (Golden Wedding) 1997 coin from the United Kingdom has a unique feature - it has a rectangular shape, unlike most coins which are round.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 80748 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Golden Wedding) 1997 coin.
