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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Royal Navy - John Fisher
2009 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Jersey (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2009 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 JEP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Coloured, Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#321542 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Picture of John Fisher with map and miniature ship in the background and colourised naval flag
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE HISTORY OF THE ROYAL NAVY
JOHN FISHER 1841-1920
FIVE POUNDS
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting Admiral John Fisher, a prominent figure in the Royal Navy, who played a significant role in the development of the Dreadnought battleship. This coin was issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Fisher's appointment as First Sea Lord.
