5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Tariq Ibn Ziyad
2022 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2022 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GIP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#362583 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Tariq Ibn Ziyad, the Rock with the Moorish Castle in the background, ornament around
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Ṭāriq ibn Ziyād was a North African Berber General, he was a mawla (which translates to Lord/Guardian) to Musa Ibn Nusayer, who was Unmayyad governor of Ifriqiya which consisted of parts of Tunisia, Libya, and Algeria. In 711 Tariq was sent to conquer Visgothic Kingdom of Hispania (present day Spain and Portugal) which Gibraltar was part of since the collapse of the Roman Empire. He led an army of 700 men and crossed the strait of Gibraltar landing near the famous rock that has immortalized his name, Jabal al-Tariq (Mountain of Tariq).
On the 19th of July 711, he defeated the Visigoth King Roderick and went on to conquer half of Spain. The name Gibraltar was later derived from his name. Gibraltar was permanently by settled for the first time by the Moors and was under Moorish rule from 711ad-1309 and again from 1333 -1462.
Coin has small mintmark "70" with crown above which commemorate Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. It's situated on the obverse, near the engraver initials RDM:
Interesting fact
The 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Tariq Ibn Ziyad) 2022 coin from Gibraltar features a unique design that honors the legacy of Tariq Ibn Ziyad, a prominent Muslim leader who played a significant role in the history of Gibraltar. The coin's design showcases an image of Tariq Ibn Ziyad, along with an inscription of his name in both English and Arabic. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for anyone interested in numismatics, history, or Islamic culture.
