5000 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Una and The Lion; Gold Proof) 2019 front 5000 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Una and The Lion; Gold Proof) 2019 back
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5000 Pounds - Elizabeth II Una and The Lion; Gold Proof

2019 year
Gold (.9999) 5010 g 175 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2019
Value
5000 Pounds 5000 GBP = USD 6545
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999)
Weight
5010 g
Diameter
175 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#231072
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Una and the Lion motif - the design depicts Queen Victoria as the fictional character, Lady Una, from Edmund Spenser’s epic poem The Faerie Queene.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DIRIGE DEUS GRESSUS MEOS.
MMXIX.
W.WYON R.A.

Translation: May the Lord direct my steps

Engraver: William Wyon

Edge

Plain

Comment

A re-interpretation of William Wyon's original gold £5 coin of Una & the Lion from 1839, the first in a series of coins in the engraver's series. The coin was issued in a variety of denomination in both gold and silver proof. Issue limit: 1.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Una and The Lion; Gold Proof coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Queen's love of horses. The coin's reverse side depicts a majestic lion lying next to a horse, symbolizing the Queen's passion for horse breeding and racing. The design is the work of the renowned artist, Una D'Elia, who is known for her intricate and detailed designs that often feature animals and nature. The coin's obverse side features the traditional portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, making it a truly special and unique collector's item for anyone interested in numismatics or the British monarchy.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2019  1 - - - - - -

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