5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Santa Maria; Silver Proof) 2009 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Santa Maria; Silver Proof) 2009 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Santa Maria; Silver Proof) 2009 photo
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Santa Maria; Silver Proof

2009 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Guernsey
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2009
Value
5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#365382
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

The ship Santa Maria

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FIVE POUNDS
SANTA MARIA

Engraver: Michael Guilfoyle

Edge

Milled

Comment

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Santa Maria; Silver Proof) 2009 from Guernsey is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a representation of the Santa Maria, one of the three ships led by Christopher Columbus during his first voyage to the Americas in 1492. This design was created by sculptor and engraver, Edgar Fuller, and is surrounded by a decorative border, adding to the coin's collectibility and numismatic value.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2009  25000 - - - - - -

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 (Santa Maria; Silver Proof) 2009 coin.