© The Royal Mint, 2010
© The Royal Mint, 2010
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Restoration of the Monarchy; Gold Proof
2010 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 | 2010 |
| 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 |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#91822 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
St Edward's crown above spray of oak leaves and interlinked C's representing the coinage of Charles II.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RESTORATION OF THE MONARCHY
1660
CC
FIVE POUNDS
Engraver: David Cornell
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Lettering: A QUIET AND PEACEABLE POSSESSION
Comment
Issued individually, this design was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof, silver piedfort and platinum piedfort.© The Royal Mint, 2010
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 450th anniversary of the Restoration of the Monarchy in the United Kingdom, which took place in 1660. The coin's design features an image of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse side, and a depiction of King Charles II on the reverse side, who was restored to the throne after a period of republican rule. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and fans of British history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1182 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Restoration of the Monarchy; Gold Proof) 2010 coin.
