© Ashley Dacre
© Ashley Dacre
5 pounds - Elizabeth II Winston Churchill; Gold Plated
2015 year| Gold (.9999) plated copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Guernsey |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2015 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) plated copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#428251 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winston Churchil bust, legend around
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE PRINCE OF GRATNESS IS RESPONABILITY
FIVE POUNDS
Edge
Milled
Comment
Gold plated version issued in a case (photos by Ashley Dacre):
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique gold plating technique, known as "pad-printing," which allows for a thin layer of 24-karat gold to be applied to the copper-nickel substrate, creating a striking contrast between the shiny gold and the matte finish of the base metal. This process not only enhances the coin's aesthetic appeal but also adds an extra layer of durability to the coin's surface.
