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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Total Eclipse of the Sun; Silver Proof
1999 year| Silver (.925) (with selected gold gild) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Alderney (Guernsey) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (with selected gold gild) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#92829 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Map of Southern England, Northern France and Alderney with golden phases of the total eclipse, value and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIVE POUNDS
TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE SUN
1999
Engraver: Christine Ellingham
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates a rare astronomical event - a total solar eclipse, which occurred on August 11, 1999, and was visible from a narrow corridor on Earth, including parts of Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The coin's design features an image of the eclipse, with the moon covering the sun, surrounded by a gilded border. The use of gold gilding on the coin adds an extra layer of elegance and sophistication to the design, making it a truly unique and special collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Total Eclipse of the Sun; Silver Proof) 1999 coin.
