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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II HMS Ark Royal
2005 year| Silver (.925) | 28.32 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Guernsey |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.32 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#81951 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
HMS Ark Royal moving left with two by-planes flying above deck with coloured flag above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE HISTORY OF THE ROYAL NAVY
FIVE
POUNDS
HMS ARK ROYAL
Engraver: Willem Vis
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the HMS Ark Royal coin is that it features a unique reversible design. When viewed from one side, the coin shows a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while when flipped over, it depicts an image of the HMS Ark Royal aircraft carrier. This innovative design adds an extra layer of interest and collectibility to the coin.
