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© MMowiec
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II HMS Victory
2004 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Jersey (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2004 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 JEP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#323183 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Nelson's flagship HMS Victory under full sail with flag above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE HISTORY OF THE ROYAL NAVY
FIVE POUNDS
HMS VICTORY
Edge
Milled
Comment
Part of the joint issue with Guernsey and Alderney for total of 18 coins issued in 2003-2005.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the HMS Victory 5 Pound 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 a representation of the HMS Victory, a British warship that played a significant role in the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. This innovative design adds an extra layer of interest and collectibility to the coin, making it a prized possession for coin enthusiasts and history buffs.
