5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Submarines; Silver Proof) 2015 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Submarines; Silver Proof) 2015 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Submarines; Silver Proof) 2015 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2015

5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Submarines; Silver Proof

2015 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2015
Value
5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#92313
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

An image of a WWI submarine, legend below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
D.4
EE
1914 THE FIRST WORLD WAR 1918

Engraver: Edwina Ellis

Edge

Plain with incuse lettering

Lettering: IN LITTLE BOXES MADE OF TIN

Comment

The second of six sets of £5 coins issued between 2014 and 2018, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the First World War. This issue with the Jody Clark 5th portrait was part of the 6-coin set released in 2015, remembering the Reality In The Grip of Conflict during The First World War and was also struck in gold proof.
Issue limit: 2,500

©The Royal Mint, 2015

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Submarines; Silver Proof) 2015 from United Kingdom is that it features a unique design that showcases the Royal Navy's submarine fleet. The coin's reverse side depicts a submarine emerging from the depths of the ocean, surrounded by waves and sea creatures. This design was created by sculptor and designer, John Bergdahl, who is known for his work on various commemorative coins. The coin's obverse side features the standard portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which is also designed by Bergdahl. This coin is a rare and collectible item, with only 2,100 pieces minted, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2015  807 - - - - - -

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