© The Royal Mint, 2021
© The Royal Mint, 2021
5 Sovereigns - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; Queen's 95th Birthday
2021 year| 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 |
| Year | 2021 |
| 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#301220 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
St. George slaying the dragon right with designer's name, date and crown privy mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PISTRUCCI.
2021 95
Designer: Benedetto Pistrucci
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued to commemorate HM The Queens's 95th birthday with a special privy mark and a reeded edge with a symbolic 95 reeds. The bullion issue does not feature the privy mark.© Changechecker
This sovereign was issued in a 5-coin set (issue limit 500) and individually in Brilliant Uncirculated with a Matt finish (issue limit 410). Sales figures for this issue are as yet not published.
© The Royal Mint, 2021
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II's 95th birthday, which is a significant milestone in the history of the British monarchy. The coin's design features a special fifth portrait of the Queen, which was created specifically for this occasion. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and fans of the British royal family.
