© The Royal Mint, 2017
© The Royal Mint, 2017
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II The Sopwith Camel; Gold Proof
2017 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 | 2017 |
| 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#234624 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
A view of a Sopwith Camel shown directly in front of the propeller, legend above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1914 THE FIRST WORLD WAR 1918
EE
Engraver: Edwina Ellis
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Lettering: IRRITATUS LACESSIT CRABRO
Translation: The hornet attacks when roused
Comment
The fourth of six sets of £5 coins issued between 2014 and 2018, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the First World War. This issue was part of the 6-coin set released in 2017, remembering the Stories of The First World War and was also struck in silver proof.Issue limit: 25
© The London Coin Company
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that the Sopwith Camel depicted on it was a British First World War fighter aircraft, introduced in 1917. It was known for its distinctive "humped" appearance and was highly successful in combat, shooting down 1,294 enemy aircraft, more than any other Allied fighter.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 24 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 Sopwith Camel; Gold Proof) 2017 coin.
