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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Prince Charles
1998 year| Virenium | 20.1 g | 36.5 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 IMP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Virenium |
| Weight | 20.1 g |
| Diameter | 36.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#83411 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Bust of Prince Charles above dragon
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50th BIRTHDAY of CHARLES· PRINCE of WALES
PM
AA
· 5 POUNDS ·
Edge
Alternating smooth and reeded segments (3 section each)
Interesting fact
The 1998 Isle of Man 5 Pound coin featuring Prince Charles is made of a unique metal called Virenium, which is an alloy of copper, nickel, and zinc. It's the first coin to use this metal, making it a distinctive and rare collector's item.
