© The Royal Mint, 2018
© The Royal Mint, 2018
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Sapphire Anniversary; Gold Proof
2018 year| Gold (.9167) | 39.94 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 | 2018 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 39.94 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#232766 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
The Royal Standard in the style of the Coat of Arms of Westminster below Her Majesty the Queen's Royal Cypher, legend above, dates below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SAPPHIRE ANNIVERSARY
E II R
ST
· 1953 - 2018 ·
Engraver: Stephen Taylor
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Lettering: SHINE THROUGH THE AGES
Comment
Issued to commemorate the 65th anniversary of the coronation of HM The Queen, the coin was available individually and the design was struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and silver piedfort. Issue limit: 600.©The Royal Mint, 2018
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 65th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's coronation, and the sapphire theme is a nod to the sapphire anniversary, which is traditionally associated with 65 years of marriage or partnership.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 475 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Sapphire Anniversary; Gold Proof) 2018 coin.
