In 2006, to celebrate the 80th Birthday of Queen Elizabeth II, the Royal Mint released on behalf of Alderney a Limited Issue Queens 80th Birthday Maklouf £5 Five Pound Silver Proof Coin struck in solid .925 Sterling Silver.
The obverse has the stunning portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II designed by Raphael Maklouf plated in 24 Carat Gold.
These legal tender coins have been struck to proof quality using specially prepared dies and highly polished blanks.