5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Reflections of a Reign; Selective gold plating reverse) 2015 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Reflections of a Reign; Selective gold plating reverse) 2015 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Reflections of a Reign; Selective gold plating reverse) 2015 photo
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Reflections of a Reign; Selective gold plating reverse

2015 year
Copper-nickel (Selective gold plating) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Guernsey
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2015
Value
5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (Selective gold plating)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#411904
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Image of Queen Elizabeth II reflecting on some events of her reign.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
QUEEN
ELIZABETH II
CORONATION
TELEVISION EVEREST
1966 WORLD CUP
SWINGING SIXTIES
CONCORDE
DECIMALISATION
SILVER
GOLDEN
DIAMOND JUBILEE
MILLENNIUM MUSIC
WORLD WIDE WEB
SPORTING ACHIEVEMENT
£5

Engraver: David Cornell

Edge

Milled

Comment

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases a selective gold plating technique, which creates a beautiful reflective effect. This design element is meant to symbolize the reflective nature of Elizabeth II's reign, looking back on her time as monarch and the impact she has had on the world. The use of gold plating on a copper-nickel coin also adds an extra layer of luxury and sophistication to the design, making it a truly special collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2015  4950 - - - - - -

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