5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Sapphire Jubilee; Proof with blue crystal inset) 2017 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Sapphire Jubilee; Proof with blue crystal inset) 2017 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Sapphire Jubilee; Proof with blue crystal inset) 2017 photo
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Sapphire Jubilee; Proof with blue crystal inset

2017 year
Copper-nickel 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Guernsey
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2017
Value
5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#106013
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Inspired by traditional heraldic coin designs, the coin features the Sovereign’s Sceptres from the Coronation regalia accompanied by the dates of her reign 1952-2017. The number 65 signifies the number of years on the throne. Also there is a real sapphire crystal inset into the coin.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HM QUEEN ELIZABETH II SAPPHIRE JUBILEE
65 1952 2017 FIVE POUNDS

Engraver: Michael Guilfoyle

Comment

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a blue crystal inset, which is a unique feature that adds to its aesthetic appeal and makes it stand out from other coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2017  4950 - - - - - -

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