5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Royal Academy of Arts; Silver Proof) 2018 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Royal Academy of Arts; Silver Proof) 2018 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Royal Academy of Arts; Silver Proof) 2018 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2018

5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Royal Academy of Arts; Silver Proof

2018 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2018
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
References
Numista
N#134782
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

The beautiful façade of Burlington House, the home of the Royal Academy with legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: A PLACE TO MAKE, EXHIBIT AND DEBATE ART · ROYAL ACADEMY OF ARTS · 1768 - 2018 ·

Engraver: Sir David Chipperfield

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Marking the 250th anniversary of the Royal Academy, which was founded by The Royal Mint’s Chief Engraver Richard Yeo (amongst others) in 1768.

Issued individually ,the coin was also struck in copper-nickel, issue limit: 2,750

© The Royal Mint, 2018

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the coin is that it was designed by artist David Hockney, who is known for his contributions to the Pop Art movement. The coin features an image of the Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by a colorful and abstract design that reflects Hockney's signature style. This coin was issued to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Royal Academy of Arts, and it is considered a rare and collectible item among coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2018  1671 - - - - - -

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