5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Longest Reign; Gold Proof) 2015 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Longest Reign; Gold Proof) 2015 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Longest Reign; Gold Proof) 2015 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2015

5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Longest Reign; Gold Proof

2015 year
Gold (.9167) 39.94 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2015
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
References
Numista
N#239365
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

The Coronation Crown dividing dates above with legend below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1952 2015
JB
ONE CROWN

Engraver: James Butler

Edge

Plain with incuse lettering

Lettering: LONG TO REIGN OVER US

Comment

On September 9th 2015 Her Majesty The Queen became the United Kingdom’s longest reigning monarch, surpassing the record previously held by her great-great-grandmother, Queen Victoria.

The obverse has a rare alternative effigy that did not feature on circulating coins. The design was struck on a variety of base and precious metal compositions and denominations. Issue limit: 1,500.

© The Royal Mint, 2015

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Longest Reign; Gold Proof) 2015 coin is that it was minted to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II's record-breaking reign, which surpassed the previous longest reign of Queen Victoria in 2015. The coin's design features an image of the Queen on the obverse side, and a depiction of the Royal Coat of Arms on the reverse side. The coin's gold content and proof finish add to its collectibility and value, making it a sought-after piece for coin collectors and enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2015  899 - - - - - -

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