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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II State Opening of Parliament
2005 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GIP = 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#76750 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Queen Elizabeth II sitting on throne in parliamentary robe in House of Lords
Script: Latin
Lettering:
A ROYAL YEAR
State Opening of Parliament
FIVE POUNDS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Each year the Sovereign formally opens the new session of Parliament, usually in October or November. The Duke of Edinburgh accompanies the Queen as she travels in the State Coach to the Palace of Westminster. The Queen wears the Imperial State Crown and parliamentary robe for the ceremony itself, which takes place in the House of Lords. From her throne Her Majesty reads The Queen's Speech, written by the Government of the day to the members of both Houses of Parliament, outlining the legislation the Government plans to introduce into Parliament in the coming session.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the State Opening of Parliament, a significant event in the British political calendar. The coin's design depicts an image of Queen Elizabeth II in her coronation regalia, surrounded by symbols of the British parliamentary system, such as the Imperial State Crown, the Sovereign's Sceptre, and the Sovereign's Orb. This design is not found on any other coin, making it a distinctive and special piece for collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 14500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (State Opening of Parliament) 2005 coin.
