© The Royal Mint, 2018
© The Royal Mint, 2018
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Unicorn of Scotland; 2 oz Fine Silver
2018 year| Silver (.9999) | 62.42 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 | 2018 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.54 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.9999) |
| Weight | 62.42 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#127263 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 28% |
Reverse
Unicorn with coronet around its neck with a chain attached holding the Royal Badge of Scotland with a lion rampant.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNICORN OF SCOTLAND 2oz·FINE SILVER·999.9·2018
JC
Designer: Jody Clark
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The fourth design in The Queen's Beasts bullion series which began in 2016 with the Lion of England, there are a total of ten Beasts representing the statues that stood in Westminster Abbey on the Queen's Coronation in 1953. The original statues are now on display in the Canadian Museum of History at Gatineau, whilst James Woodford's sculpted replicas stand in the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew, London.This Jody Clark reverse design was struck in a variety of base and precious metal compositions and denominations.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Unicorn of Scotland, a mythical creature that has been a symbol of purity, grace, and magic in Scottish folklore for centuries. The Unicorn is depicted on the coin in fine detail, with its majestic horn and flowing mane, surrounded by intricate engravings and the inscription "5 POUNDS" and "ELIZABETH II." This coin is a rare and beautiful collector's item that is sure to be cherished by coin enthusiasts and fans of Scottish culture alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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