5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Magna Carta; with selective gold ink) 2015 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Magna Carta; with selective gold ink) 2015 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Magna Carta; with selective gold ink) 2015 photo
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Magna Carta; with selective gold ink

2015 year
Copper-nickel (gold ink) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Guernsey
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2015
Value
5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.54
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (gold ink)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Thickness
2.89 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#133595
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Gold ink sword. The first two words of the magna cata 'Johns de'

Script: Latin

Lettering: 'Johns De' ' Magn Carta' '£5'

Edge

Milled

Comment

The Magna Carta (great charter) was signed at Runnymede in 1215 and limited the Monarchs power over his subjects. It was signed by King John (Richard the lionheart's brother).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Pound - Elizabeth II (Magna Carta; with selective gold ink) 2015 coin from Guernsey is that it features a unique design that incorporates selective gold ink, which gives the coin a distinctive and eye-catching appearance. The use of gold ink on the coin adds an extra layer of depth and detail to the design, making it stand out from other coins. Additionally, the coin's design is particularly significant because it commemorates the 800th anniversary of the Magna Carta, a historic document that played a crucial role in shaping the principles of democracy and human rights.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2015  4950 - - - - - -

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