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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II The end of world war VE- day
2005 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GIP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#359690 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Winston Churchill with victory sign, Saint Paul Cathedral in background
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE END OF THE WAR -VE DAY
FIVE POUNDS
Engraver: David Cornell
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 60th anniversary of VE Day (Victory in Europe Day), which marked the end of World War II in Europe. The coin's design features an image of Queen Elizabeth II, along with the inscription "VE DAY 1945-2005" and the dates "8 MAY 1945" and "8 MAY 2005" to represent the end and beginning of the war and peace, respectively. The coin's silver composition and limited mintage of 5,000 pieces also add to its collectibility and value.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 19500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (The end of world war VE- day) 2005 coin.
