5 Sovereigns - Elizabeth II (Platinum Wedding) 2017 front 5 Sovereigns - Elizabeth II (Platinum Wedding) 2017 back
5 Sovereigns - Elizabeth II (Platinum Wedding) 2017 photo
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5 Sovereigns - Elizabeth II Platinum Wedding

2017 year
Platinum (.9995) 39.9 g 38 mm
Description
Issuer
Alderney (Guernsey)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2017
Value
5 Sovereigns 5 GGP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Platinum (.9995)
Weight
39.9 g
Diameter
38 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#329475
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned shields surrounded by a garter.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ELIZABETH · AND · PHILIP ·
1947 · FIVE SOVEREIGNS · 2017
HO QUI ENSE

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Platinum Wedding 5 Sovereigns coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 70th wedding anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. It features a unique design that includes a double portrait of the royal couple, with the platinum metal giving it a distinctive shine and luxurious feel.