5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Happy Birthday) 2012 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Happy Birthday) 2012 back
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Happy Birthday

2012 year
Silver (.999) 31.10 g 38.60 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2012
Value
5 Pounds 5 GIP = USD 6.54
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
31.10 g
Diameter
38.60 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#354750
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Happy Birthday in Five Languages & the Melody

Lettering:
Happy Birthday
Five Pounds JWB

Interesting fact

The 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Happy Birthday) 2012 coin from Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) is a unique and interesting coin due to its unique design and limited mintage. The coin features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse side, while the reverse side depicts a colorful illustration of a birthday cake with candles, along with the inscription "Happy Birthday" and the year "2012". The coin is made of silver (.999) and weighs 31.10 grams. It was issued as a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation and was instead produced for collectors. The limited mintage of the coin, combined with its unique design and silver content, make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.