5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (RAF; Silver Proof) 1998 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (RAF; Silver Proof) 1998 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (RAF; Silver Proof) 1998 photo
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II RAF; Silver Proof

1998 year
Silver (.925) (with selective gold plating) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Guernsey
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1998
Value
5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925) (with selective gold plating)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#383927
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Three Spitfires and an oval crest

Script: Latin

Lettering:
80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ROYAL AIR FORCE
FIVE POUNDS

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1998 Guernsey RAF Silver Proof 5 Pound coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Royal Air Force. The coin's obverse features a selectively gold-plated image of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse depicts a Spitfire aircraft, which played a significant role in World War II. The coin's design is particularly notable because it was created by sculptor and engraver, Michael Rizzello, who is known for his work on various coins and medals.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1998  15000 - - - - - -

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