© The Royal Mint, 2021
© The Royal Mint, 2021
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Gothic Crown Portrait; Silver Proof
2021 year| Silver (.999) | 62.42 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2021 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 62.42 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#319845 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned and draped bust of Queen Victoria left, legend around.
Lettering:
VICTORIA DEI GRATIA BRITANNIAR : REG : F : D·
W.W.
Translation:
Victoria by the Grace of God Queen of the Britains Defender of the Faith
(Victoria Dei Gratia Britanniarum Regina Fidei Defensatrix)
Engraver: William Wyon
Edge
Reeded
Comment
A re-interpretation of William Wyon's original Gothic Crown obverse from 1847, the fourth in a series of coins in the Great Engravers series. The coin was issued in a variety of denominations in both gold and silver proof. Issue limit: 4,256.© The Royal Mint, 2021
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique Gothic Crown Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which is a departure from the traditional depiction of the monarch on British coins. The Gothic Crown design was inspired by the Gothic architecture of the Middle Ages and features intricate details and ornamentation. This design was specifically created for the 2021 Silver Proof coin and adds an extra layer of collectibility to the coin.
