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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Henry VIII
2008 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GIP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#313007 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Portrait of King Henry VIII, with a cameo depicting his Ship, The Mary Rose.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HENRY VIII
FIVE POUNDS
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Henry VIII, who was an English king from the 16th century, on the reverse side, while the obverse side features an image of Elizabeth II, who was the reigning monarch at the time the coin was issued in 2008. This unique design combination highlights the rich history and cultural heritage of Gibraltar, a British Overseas Territory.
