© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Posthumous; 5th portrait; Year of the Rabbit
2023 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 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 | 2023 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#339196 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 49% |
Reverse
Image of a rabbit facing right, falling leaves around, legend, date and Chinese character above.
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
YEAR OF THE RABBIT· 2023
LM
兔
Translation: Rabbit
Engraver: Louie Maryon
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The tenth design in the Chinese Lunar Year - Shēngxiào Collection, there were several different strikes for the Year of the Rabbit with varying compositions and denominations which all share Louie Maryon's design.© The Royal Mint, 2023
This series was issued by coincidence on the morning of the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Interesting fact
The 5 Pound coin features a unique design that commemorates the Year of the Rabbit, which is part of the Chinese zodiac. The design features an image of a rabbit surrounded by foliage and the inscription "Year of the Rabbit" in Chinese characters. This coin is a special issue from the Royal Mint, and its unique design makes it a collectible item for coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Posthumous; 5th portrait; Year of the Rabbit) 2023 coin.
