5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Prince Charles 60th Birthday; Silver Proof
2008 year| Silver (.925) | 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 | 2008 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.54 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#125612 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Portrait of HRH The Prince of Wales facing right, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·THE PRINCE OF WALES·
IRB
1948·ICH DIEN·2008
Translation: I serve
Engraver: Ian Rank-Broadley
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Lettering: SIXTIETH BIRTHDAY
Comment
Issued as part of the 2008 Family Silver Collection (1,182 sales) as well as individually (6,264 sales) the coin was also struck in copper-nickel, silver piedfort, gold proof and platinum piedfort. Issue Limit: 20,000© The Royal Mint, 2008
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate Prince Charles' 60th birthday, which is a significant milestone in the life of the heir apparent to the British throne. The coin's design features an image of Prince Charles, and its silver content and proof finish make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and royal family enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 7446 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Prince Charles 60th Birthday; Silver Proof) 2008 coin.
