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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Thomas à Becket
2009 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2009 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GIP = USD 6.54 |
| 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#323948 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THOMAS À BECKET
5 POUNDS
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Thomas à Becket) 2009 coin from Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) is interesting because it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and an image of Thomas à Becket on the other. Thomas à Becket was a famous English martyr and archbishop who was canonized in 1173, and this coin was issued to commemorate the 800th anniversary of his death. The coin's design is not only visually striking, but it also serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage of Gibraltar and the British Overseas Territories.
