Obverse. Photo © Royal Mint
  • 5 Pounds 2017, KM# 1443b, United Kingdom (Great Britain), Elizabeth II, Prince Philip Celebrating a Life of Service
  • 5 Pounds 2017, KM# 1443b, United Kingdom (Great Britain), Elizabeth II, Prince Philip Celebrating a Life of Service
  • 5 Pounds 2017, KM# 1443b, United Kingdom (Great Britain), Elizabeth II, Prince Philip Celebrating a Life of Service, Royal Mint case with a booklet
Description

Having spent nearly 8 decades selflessly serving the country, in 2017 His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh announced his retirement from public duties. As the longest serving consort in the history of the British monarchy, Philip has provided years of love and support to the Queen. In addition, he has an extensive service record, and an unparalleled dedication to charity work.

To mark the retirement of the Duke of Edinburgh in 2017, The Royal Mint have struck 3 stunning celebratory £5 coins: gold, silver, and Brilliant Uncirculated.

Obverse

The fifth crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the George IV State Diadem and drop earrings.

The George IV State Diadem, officially the Diamond Diadem, is a type of crown that was made in 1820 for King George IV. The diadem is worn by queens and queens consort in procession to coronations and State Openings of Parliament. The piece of jewelry has been featured in paintings and on stamps and currency. It can be seen in the Queen's Gallery at Buckingham Palace.

ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA FIDEI DEFENSATRIX means Elizabeth II, by the grace of God, Queen and Defender of the Faith.

Engraver: Jody Clark

ELIZABETH II·D·G·REG·F·D·5 POUNDS·2017
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Reverse

Designed by Lee R Jones, engraver at The Royal Mint, the portrait of Prince Philip is based upon a design by Thomas ‘Humphrey’ Paget. The coin bears the inscription ‘NON SIBI SED PATRIAE’ in Latin, which means ‘Not for himself but for his country’.

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh (born Prince Philip of Greece and Denmark; 1921–2021), was a member of the British royal family as the husband of Elizabeth II. The longest-serving consort of a reigning British monarch and the longest-lived male member of the British royal family, he retired from his royal duties on 2 August 2017, aged 96, having completed 22,219 solo engagements and 5,493 speeches since 1952. Philip had four children with Elizabeth: Prince Charles, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew, and Prince Edward. A keen sports enthusiast, Philip helped develop the equestrian event of carriage driving. He was a patron of over 800 organisations and served as chairman of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award scheme for people aged 14 to 24.

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH
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· NON SIBI SED PATRIAE ·

Edge
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Gold
Fineness 0.916
Weight 39.94 g
Diameter 38.61 mm
Thickness -
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Mint
Royal Mint

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