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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Royal Navy - John Jellicoe
2009 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Guernsey |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2009 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.54 |
| 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#321155 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Picture of John Jellicoe with ship in the background and colourised naval flag
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE HISTORY OF THE ROYAL NAVY
JOHN JELLICOE 1859-1935
FIVE POUNDS
Engraver: Willem Vis
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The 5 Pound coin featuring Elizabeth II (Royal Navy - John Jellicoe) from Guernsey has a unique feature - it has a latent image, which is a hidden image that can be seen when viewed at a certain angle. The latent image on this coin is a portrait of Admiral John Jellicoe, who was a prominent naval commander during World War I. This feature adds an extra layer of interest and collectibility to the coin.
