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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Sinking of the Bismarck-Coloured Poppy
2004 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2004 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GIP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#359681 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Image of the Bismarck during the fight, in flames with explosions all around. Coloured poppy with value at the bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SINKING OF THE BISMARCK
FIVE POUNDS
Engraver: David Cornell
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features a colored poppy design, which is a symbol of remembrance and hope that is often associated with military personnel who have died in service. The poppy is also a nod to the fact that the Bismarck was sunk on May 27, 1941, which is also known as Poppy Day in some countries.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 19500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Sinking of the Bismarck-Coloured Poppy) 2004 coin.
