2001 Queen Victoria Five Pound Coin

Victorian Anniversary 2001 UK Five Pound coin, release to celebrate 100 years since the death of Queen Victoria.

These official Royal Mint coins feature a bust of Victoria modelled on the Penny Black postage stamp, with railway lines and architectural details inspired by the Crystal Palace's iron framework. The heads side shows a portrait of Victoria's great-great-granddaughter, Queen Elizabeth II.

• These 2001 cupronickel commemorative coins are part of a relatively low mintage of 851,491
• While they were not intended for circulation, these Victoria £5s may show signs of wear