In 2006, to celebrate Great Britons and the Life of William Shakespeare, the Royal Mint released on behalf of Alderney a Limited Issue William Shakespeare £5 Five Pound Silver Proof Coin struck in solid .925 Sterling Silver.
The reverse depicts William Shakespeare while the obverse features the stunning portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II designed by Ian Rank Broadley. These legal tender coins have been struck to proof quality using specially prepared dies and highly polished blanks.
Limited Issue Worldwide
Finished to Royal Mints Proof Quality in Solid .925 Sterling Silver
Celebrating Great Britons - The Life of William Shakespeare
