© The Royal Mint, 2022
© The Royal Mint, 2022
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee; Platinum Piedfort
2022 year| Platinum (.9995) | 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 | 2022 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.54 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Platinum (.9995) |
| Weight | 94.2 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#318219 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Ornate crowned Royal Arms with dates below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·HONI·SOIT·QUI·MAL·Y·PENSE·
JB
·1952 2022·
Translation: Shame on he who thinks evil of it
Engraver: John Bergdahl
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: SERVE YOU ALL THE DAYS OF MY LIFE
Comment
This coin was issued to commemorate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee and was issued individually. The coin was also struck in a variety of denominations and metals. Issue limit: 82© The Royal Mint, 2022
A strike was also issued with the Jody Clark obverse as part of the Annual Platinum set, see link below
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Platinum Jubilee Platinum Piedfort coin is that it has a unique double-thickness design, making it stand out from other coins. This design feature is known as a "piedfort," which is a French term that means "heavy weight." The coin's weight is indeed impressive, at 94.2 grams, making it a substantial and valuable collector's item.
