5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (St George and The Dragon) 2008 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (St George and The Dragon) 2008 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (St George and The Dragon) 2008 photo

5 Pounds - Elizabeth II St George and The Dragon

2008 year
Gold plated silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.60 mm
Description
Issuer
Tristan da Cunha (Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2008
Value
5 Pounds 5 SHP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound (1971-date)
Composition
Gold plated silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.60 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#73879
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Image of St George slaying a dragon. Inset with six rubies symbolising the cross of St George.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ST GEORGE AND THE DRAGON
FIVE POUNDS

Edge

Reeded

Comment




The coin was also available in various formats - selective gold plating, rhodium plating etc.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing St George and the Dragon, which is not commonly seen on other coins. The design is based on a legend from the 13th century, where St George, the patron saint of England, is depicted as a knight who rescues a princess from a dragon. The use of gold plating on the silver coin adds an extra layer of elegance and sophistication to the design, making it a sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2008  4999 - - - - - -

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