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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Wartime Evacuation
2010 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Jersey (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| 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#323178 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Scene of evacuation from Jersey: woman with three children ready for evacuation, ship coming with help.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIVE POUNDS
BRITISH ISLES AT WAR
Comment
Coin issued also in PNCInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Wartime Evacuation) 2010 from Jersey (British Crown dependencies) made of Copper-nickel weighing 28.28 g is that it was minted to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the evacuation of Jersey during World War II. The coin's design features a depiction of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, who were the reigning monarchs during the time of the evacuation, and the inscription "Evacuation 1940-1945" on the reverse side. This coin is a unique and meaningful way to remember and honor the history of Jersey during World War II.
