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© Charles Snowden Coins
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Shakespeare - Richard III
2014 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Jersey (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2014 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 JEP = 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 |
| Numista | N#349282 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Knight on a horse and Toudor rose on right, citation from "Richard III" on left, denomination above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIVE POUNDS
A horse!
a horse!
my kingdom for a horse!
Edge
Milled
Comment
Issued as a part of six coins set (images by Charles Snowden Coins):Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design depicting a scene from William Shakespeare's play "Richard III" on the reverse side, which was created by the artist John Bergdahl. The design shows King Richard III holding a sword and shield, with the famous quote "A horse! A horse! My kingdom for a horse!" written below him. This coin was issued to commemorate the 450th anniversary of Shakespeare's birth and is a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts and Shakespeare fans alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 950 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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