In 2006, to celebrate the 80th Birthday of Queen Elizabeth II, the Royal Mint released on behalf of Guernsey a Limited Issue Queen's 80th Birthday £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 Ian Rank Broadley plated in 24 Carat Gold These legal tender coins have been struck to proof quality using specially prepared dies and highly polished blanks.
Limited Mintage Worldwide
Finished to Royal Mint's Proof Quality
Struck in Solid .925 Sterling Silver Plated in 24 Carat Gold
