5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Queen Elizabeth II Birthday) 2006 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Queen Elizabeth II Birthday) 2006 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Queen Elizabeth II Birthday) 2006 photo
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Queen Elizabeth II Birthday

2006 year
Copper-nickel 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Alderney (Guernsey)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2006
Value
5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#108898
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Image of Elizabeth II sitting, value below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FIVE POUNDS

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II's 80th birthday, which is a significant milestone for any monarch. The coin's design features a portrait of the Queen, and the reverse side depicts a scene of the Queen's coronation, which took place in 1953. The coin's mintage was limited to 10,000 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.