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© The London Coin Company
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Liberation of Paris
2005 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GIP = USD 6.54 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#365712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Soldiers on tank going through the Paris, Arc de Triomphe in background, red poppy below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERATION OF PARIS
FIVE POUNDS
Engraver: David Cornell
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Liberation of Paris coin was issued to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the liberation of Paris from German occupation during World War II. The coin's design features an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of the Arc de Triomphe, a symbol of Paris, on the other. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
