© The Royal Mint, 1996
© The Royal Mint, 1996
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Queen's 70th Birthday; Gold Proof
1996 year| Gold (.9167) | 39.94 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 | 1996 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 39.94 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#105495 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Windsor Castle with Royal Standard, the Union Flag, and the Queen's personal flag. Two accompanying pennants bear the anniversary dates.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1926
1996
AV
Engraver: Avri Vaughan
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Lettering: + VIVAT REGINA ELIZABETHA +
Translation: Long live Queen Elizabeth
Comment
Issued individually while also being struck in copper-nickel and silver proof. Issue limit: 2,750© The Royal Mint, 1996
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1996 Gold Proof 5 Pound coin commemorating Queen Elizabeth II's 70th birthday is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting the Queen's official cypher, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves and acorns, which symbolizes longevity and strength.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 2127 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Queen's 70th Birthday; Gold Proof) 1996 coin.
