© The Royal Mint, 2015
© The Royal Mint, 2015
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Longest Reign; Platinum Piedfort
2015 year| Platinum (.999) | 94.2 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 | 2015 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Platinum (.999) |
| Weight | 94.2 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#75935 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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 obverse design was struck on a variety of base and precious metal compositions and denominations. Issue limit: 88.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it was minted to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II's longest reign, which was a significant milestone in British history. The coin's design features an image of the Queen on the obverse side, while the reverse side features a depiction of the St. Edward's Crown, which is a symbol of the monarch's power and authority. The use of platinum as the material for the coin adds to its exclusivity and value, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 88 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Longest Reign; Platinum Piedfort) 2015 coin.
