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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II The Great Fire of London
2008 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| 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 |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#313009 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Depiction of the Great Fire of London in 1666, with a quote of Samuel Pepys written in his diary during the fire, plus a cameo depicting Samuel Pepys
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE GREAT FIRE OF LONDON
FIVE POUNDS
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 350th anniversary of the Great Fire of London, which occurred in 1666. The coin's design features a depiction of the fire and the rebuilding of St. Paul's Cathedral, which was destroyed in the blaze. The coin's mintage was limited to 5,000 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.
