5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Queen Elizabeth II; Gold Proof Issue) 2006 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Queen Elizabeth II; Gold Proof Issue) 2006 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Queen Elizabeth II; Gold Proof Issue) 2006 photo
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Queen Elizabeth II; Gold Proof Issue

2006 year
Gold (.916) 39.94 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
Gold (.916)
Weight
39.94 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#64773
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Third bust of Queen Elizabeth within a ribbon on which is written the date of the birth anniversary. Below a crown and the value.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
80th BIRTHDAY OF HM QUEEN ELIZABETH II
21st April 2006
FIVE POUNDS

Designer: Michael Guilfoyle

Edge

Reeded

Comment

KM#133b.1 - with a diamond set in the outline of the crown on reverse

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, created by sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley. This design was specifically commissioned for this coin and is not found on any other coins.