5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (The end of world war VE- day; Gold Proof) 2005 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (The end of world war VE- day; Gold Proof) 2005 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (The end of world war VE- day; Gold Proof) 2005 photo
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II The end of world war VE- day; Gold Proof

2005 year
Gold (.9167) 39.94 g 38.61 mm
Description
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
Gold (.9167)
Weight
39.94 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#397880
Rarity index
100%

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

Comment

Six of the coins in the series were issued also in gold proof (photos from www.chards.co.uk):

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the end of World War II, specifically VE Day (Victory in Europe Day), which marked the formal surrender of Germany and the end of the war 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 anniversary. The coin's gold content and proof finish add to its collectibility and value.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2005  200 - - - - - -

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; Gold Proof) 2005 coin.