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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II The 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing; Gold Proof
2019 year| Gold | 39.94 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Alderney (Guernsey) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2019 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.54 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 39.94 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#331367 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Astronaut standing on the Moon, with Earth in background within large 50 and value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE FIRST MOON LANDING ·
1969·2019
FIVE POUNDS
Designer: Heena Glover
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. The obverse of the coin bears an effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse features an image of the Apollo 11 lunar module, along with the words "The Eagle Lands" and the dates "1969-2019." The coin's design is particularly noteworthy because it was created in collaboration with NASA, making it a truly special and authentic tribute to this historic event.
