5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Victoria Cross - Eugene Esmonde) 2006 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Victoria Cross - Eugene Esmonde) 2006 back
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Victoria Cross - Eugene Esmonde

2006 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Guernsey
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2006
Value
5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.55
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
References
Numista
N#397569
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Portrait of Eugene Esmonde, war scene with airplane in background, Victoria Cross medal.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
EUGENE ESMONDE
FOR
VALOUR
THE CHANNEL 1942
FIVE POUNDS

Edge

Milled

Comment

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the Victoria Cross, which is the highest military decoration for valour "in the face of the enemy" awarded to members of various Commonwealth countries, and Eugene Esmonde, who was a recipient of the Victoria Cross during World War II. This design was created by sculptor and coin designer, Paul Day.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2006  30000 - - - - - -

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