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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II State Opening of Parliament; Silver Proof
2012 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Alderney (Guernsey) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2012 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.54 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#92832 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Silhouette of the Houses of Parliament set against Royal standard
Script: Latin
Lettering: 'MY LORDS, PRAY BE SEATED'
Engraver: Glyn Davies
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Total mintage limited to 40.000 pieces whereof 15.000 Diamond Jubilee Collections distributed.CoA (Pictures taken and provided by gabormolnar1985):
It looks that this is doubled listed in NumisMaster.com (KM#225 and KM#234a).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the State Opening of Parliament, an important event in the British political calendar. The coin's design depicts Queen Elizabeth II in her coronation regalia, seated on the throne, surrounded by symbols of the British parliamentary system, including the Mace and the Crown Jewels. This design is not found on any other coin, making it a truly special and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 40000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Silver Proof) 2012 coin.
