© The Royal Mint, 2018
© The Royal Mint, 2018
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Tanks; Gold Proof
2018 year| Gold (.9167) | 39.94 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2018 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.54 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 39.94 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#220737 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
A view of a First World War tank, legend and dates below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EE
1914 THE FIRST WORLD WAR 1918
Engraver: Edwina Ellis
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Lettering: THE DEVIL IS COMING
Comment
The fifth of six sets of £5 coins issued between 2014 and 2018, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the First World War. This issue was part of the first 6-coin set released in 2018, celebrating the Stories of The First World War and was also struck in silver proof.Issue Limit: 25
©The Royal Mint, 2018
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Tanks; Gold Proof) 2018 coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 100th anniversary of the tank. The coin's reverse side depicts a World War I tank, while the obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin's gold composition and proof finish add to its collectibility and numismatic value.
