In 2007, to celebrate the Life of Elizabeth I and King Henry VIII, the Royal Mint released on behalf of Alderney a Limited Issue £5 Five Pound Silver Proof 2 Coin Set struck in solid .925 Sterling Silver plated in 24 Carat Gold.
The reverse of the first coin depicts a portrait of Elizabeth I and the second a portrait of King Henry VIII while the obverse has 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 Mintage Worldwide
Finished to Royal Mint's Proof Quality
Struck in Solid .925 Sterling Silver Plated in 24 Carat Gold
Celebrating the Life of Elizabeth II and King Henry VIII
