© The Royal Mint, 2009
© The Royal Mint, 2009
5 Sovereigns - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; modified reverse
| Gold (.9167) | 39.94 g | 36.02 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 2009-2015 |
| Value | 5 Sovereigns 5 GBP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 39.94 g |
| Diameter | 36.02 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#327205 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
St. George slaying the dragon right, designer's name and date in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PISTRUCCI. 2009
Designer: Benedetto Pistrucci
Edge
Milled
Comment
The 2009 strike was issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,750 sales, issue limit 1,750) and individually in Brilliant Uncirculated.© The Royal Mint, 2009
The 2010 strike was issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,461 sales, issue limit 1,750) and individually in Brilliant Uncirculated.
© The Royal Mint, 2010
The 2011 strike was issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (1,028 sales, issue limit 1,500) and individually in Brilliant Uncirculated.
© The Royal Mint, 2011
The 2013 strike was issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (388 sales, issue limit 1,000) and individually in Brilliant Uncirculated.
© The Royal Mint, 2013
The 2014 strike was issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (375 sales, issue limit 750) and individually in Brilliant Uncirculated.
© The Royal Mint, 2014
The 2015 4th portrait strike was only issued as part of a 5-coin Sovereign Proof set (507 sales, issue limit 600),
© The Royal Mint, 2015
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, which was modified from the traditional St. George and the Dragon design, to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the accession of Henry VIII. The modified design includes a cameo portrait of Henry VIII, surrounded by a decorative border and the inscription "HENRICUS VIII D G ANGLIE ET FRANCIE REX" (Henry VIII, by the grace of God, King of England and France). This special design was only used for the 5 Sovereigns coin minted in 2009 and 2010, making it a distinctive and sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1750 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2010 | 1461 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2011 | 1028 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2013 | 388 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2014 | 375 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2015 | 507 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Sovereigns - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; modified reverse) 2009-2015 coin.
