5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Restoration of the Monarchy; Silver Proof
2010 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 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 6.54 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#102019 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
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 as part of the Annual Silver Coin Sets for 2010 and as individual pieces, this design was also struck in copper-nickel, silver piedfort, gold proof and platinum piedfort. Issue limit: 20,000.© 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, and a depiction of King Charles II on the reverse, who was restored to the throne following the Commonwealth period. The coin's silver content and proof finish add to its collectibility and numismatic value.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6518 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Silver Proof) 2010 coin.
