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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II VJ Day
1995 year| Virenium | 20.1 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1995 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GIP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Virenium |
| Weight | 20.1 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#31742 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Five soldiers raising the six flags of the USA, UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand & India
NOTE: Mintmark on left below exergue line
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VJ DAY 1945
AA
5 POUNDS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (VJ Day) 1995 coin from Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) made of Virenium weighing 20.1 g is a unique coin that was minted to commemorate the 50th anniversary of VJ Day, which marks the end of World War II. The coin features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and an image of the VJ Day celebrations on the other. What makes this coin particularly interesting is that it was minted using a unique metal called Virenium, which is a silver-colored alloy that is composed of a combination of metals, including copper, nickel, and zinc. This coin is one of the few coins minted using this metal, making it a rare and valuable collector's item for coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (VJ Day) 1995 coin.
