© The Royal Mint, 2022
© The Royal Mint, 2022
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II The Queen's Reign, Bestowing Her Honours; Gold Proof
2022 year| Gold (.9167) | 39.94 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2022 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 39.94 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#329400 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The Queen's signature set against a background of medals with legend above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE BESTOWING OF HER HONOURS
Elizabeth R
PJL
Engraver: P J Lynch
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: DEVOTED TO YOUR SERVICE
Comment
The first of a set of 3 coins issued to commemorate the Queen's reign, issued individually, the design was struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and gold proof in a variety of denominations. issue limit 268.© The Royal Mint, 2022
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting Queen Elizabeth II bestowing honors on her subjects. This design is a departure from the traditional depiction of the Queen on British coins, which typically shows her in a formal, portrait-style pose. The design was created by artist Timothy Noad and was chosen to commemorate the Queen's long reign and her commitment to recognizing and rewarding outstanding achievements and service to the United Kingdom.
