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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Typhoon
2008 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Saint Helena and Ascension (Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 5 Pounds |
| Currency | Pound (1976-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#383533 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Typhoon, emblem in color.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TYPHOON
FIVE POUNDS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the arrival of Captain James Cook on the island of Saint Helena in 1775. The coin's design features an image of the HMS Endeavour, the ship that Captain Cook commanded during his voyage, along with an image of Elizabeth II. The coin's mintage was limited to 10,000 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 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 (Typhoon) 2008 coin.
