The 1887 Gold 5 Pound Coin - VictoriaThe 1887 gold coin was the first ever circulating £5 sovereign. It was issued to mark the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria. With a diameter of 36mm and a weight of 39.9g, this is an impressive 22 carat gold coin. SCBC 3864.
There is also a Proof version, and a variant on the proof where the initials "B.P." have been removed. The Sydney Mint also made the coin (it has a 'S' on the ground) but this is an extremely rare coin.
The Obverse of the 1887 Gold Five Pounds is a portrait of Queen Victoria by Sir Joseph Edgar Boehm which became knows as the 'Jubilee Head' and was used on gold sovereigns 1887-1893.
The Reverse shows Benedetto Pistrucci famous image of St George slaying the dragon.Sadly a number of counterfeits of the 1887 gold £5 have been found, so always buy from a reputable dealer or look for a coin that is slabbed and guaranteed.
Image Credit: The Royal Mint. (Note that the images were taken from an NGC encapsulated coin being sold by the Royal Mint and the retaining tabs are visible). Coin shown is graded as AU58.
Mintage: 54,000 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 1887. See Coins and Events of 1887
Monarch/Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Category: Gold 5 Pound Coins. See more Gold £5 coins
and see which Gold £5 coins have the lowest mintage.
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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