5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (The Rocket; Silver Proof) 2004 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (The Rocket; Silver Proof) 2004 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (The Rocket; Silver Proof) 2004 photo
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II The Rocket; Silver Proof

2004 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Alderney (Guernsey)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2004
Value
5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.54
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#100714
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Locomotive "The Rocket"

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FIVE POUNDS
1829 RAINHILL
ROCKET

Designer: Robert Lowe

Edge

Reeded

Comment

This is one of six coins from Alderney, part of 18-coins set from Channel Islands.

The coin Rocket Has higher mintage thank other coins from series.

CoA:


In 2006 coin was reissued as gold-plated silver proof with a date 2006 on obverse.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2004 Alderney (Guernsey) 5 Pounds silver proof coin featuring Elizabeth II and the Rocket design is that it has a unique shape, being curved to resemble a rocket's trajectory. This distinctive design element sets it apart from other coins and makes it a standout piece in any collection.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2004  20000 - - - - - -

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 Rocket; Silver Proof) 2004 coin.