Exceptional: fewer than 1,000 minted.
5 Pence - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait Crowned Thistle Platinum Proof (2008)
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 2008 |
| Denomination | 5 Pence |
| Face value | 5p |
| Mintage | 250 |
| Mint | Royal Mint · Llantrisant |
| Circulation | Non-circulating |
| Composition | Platinum (.9995) (1000/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 7.800g · 0.2507 t oz |
| Diameter | 18.0mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
Fourth crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth II right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara, legend around.
The Badge of Scotland, a thistle royally crowned, with legend above and denomination below.
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Daily limit reachedAbout the 2008 5 Pence - Elizabeth II – Crowned Thistle Platinum Proof
The 2008 5 Pence - Elizabeth II – Crowned Thistle Platinum Proof is a collector 5 pence coin, struck in 99.95% platinum. It weighs 7.8g and measures 18mm across. Reverse design: The Badge of Scotland, a thistle royally crowned, with legend above and denomination below.
250 were struck.
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How much is the 2008 5 Pence - Elizabeth II – Crowned Thistle Platinum Proof worth?
No verified sale of the 2008 5 Pence - Elizabeth II – Crowned Thistle Platinum Proof has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its platinum content is worth about £282 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 2008 5 Pence - Elizabeth II – Crowned Thistle Platinum Proof?
Check the weight 7.8g and diameter 18mm and the metal (99.95% platinum) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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