© CGB
© CGB
5 Pounds - Victoria 2nd portrait
1887 year| Gold (.9167) | 39.94 g | 36.0 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1887 |
| Value | 5 Pounds |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 39.94 g |
| Diameter | 36.0 mm |
| Thickness | 2.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#13216 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 69% |
Reverse
St. George slaying the dragon right, date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1887
B.P.
Engraver: Benedetto Pistrucci
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The standard weight of a five sovereign was 1 177/623 troy ounce (616.4 grains). The pure gold content was 565 5/623 grains (36.6119 g).Proof issues with mint mark S below right rear hoof of horse were struck at Sydney, see
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pounds - Victoria (2nd portrait) 1887 coin from the United Kingdom is that it was minted during a time when the British Empire was at its peak, and the coin's gold content and value reflected the wealth and power of the empire. The coin's gold content, .9167, is significant because it represents the highest purity of gold used in any British coin at that time. Additionally, the coin's weight of 39.94 grams makes it one of the heaviest coins ever minted by the Royal Mint, further emphasizing the coin's value and importance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1887 | 797 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pounds - Victoria (2nd portrait) 1887 coin.
