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The coin commemorates Queen Elizabeth II's 50th Wedding Anniversary to Prince Phillip, Duke of Edinburgh. The wedding took place at Westminster Abbey on the 20th November 1947, and was regarded as an important state occasion.
The 1997 Five Pound piece is a crown sized coin, struck in three different metals and a total of five different variations.
Obverse
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Conjoined heads of HM Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, facing right. ELIZABETH·II·D·G·REG·F·D PHILIP·PRINCEPS |
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Reverse
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The reverse features the crown of St. Edward above shields bearing the Royal Arms and the Coat of Arms of Prince Philip, separated by an anchor. The crown represents the Queen's formal role, being worn by her on state occasions, and the anchor symbolises Prince Philip's distinguished naval career. · 1947 1997 · |
Edge |
5 Pounds
(Crown)
Gold Proof
KM# 977b Sp# L4
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