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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II VE Day
2010 yearCopper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
Issuer | Jersey (British Crown dependencies) |
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Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2010 |
Value | 5 Pounds 5 JEP = USD 6.55 |
Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
Composition | Copper-nickel |
Weight | 28.28 g |
Diameter | 38.6 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-08 |
Numista | N#346909 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Scene of St Paul's cathedral VE Day spotlight
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIVE POUNDS
VE DAY
8 MAY 1945
BRITISH ISLES AT WAR
Interesting fact
The 5 Pound coin commemorating VE Day (Victory in Europe Day) in 2010 was a special issue by the Jersey Government to mark the 65th anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe. The coin features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a design depicting the Union Jack flag and the words "VE Day 1945" on the other. The coin was limited to a mintage of 5,000 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.