© The Royal Mint, 2017
© The Royal Mint, 2017
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II King Canute; Gold Proof
2017 year| Gold (.9167) | 39.94 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 39.94 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#229028 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Image of crowned King Canute, date and legend right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1017
King
Canute
2017
LRJ
Engraver: Lee R. Jones
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Lettering: TIME AND TIDE WAIT FOR NO MAN
Comment
Released as part of the 2017 annual gold proof set (24 sales), annual gold commemorative sets (89 sales) as well as individually (150 sales), the coin was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and silver piedfort.© The Royal Mint, 2017
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features King Canute, who was a Viking king of England in the early 11th century. He is depicted on the coin with a crown and a scepter, symbolizing his power and influence during his reign.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 263 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (King Canute; Gold Proof) 2017 coin.
