Two proof coins in boxes. A £5 Henry VIII coin with issue quantity of 10,000 weight 28.28g, alloy 0.925 Ag with booklet. A George and Dragon 2009 St George & the Dragon cupro-nickel, gold plated Five Pound Coin made by the London Mint Office. St George is the Patron Saint of England. The first references to St George were during The Crusades to the Holy Land in the 12th Century. He was recognised as the Patron Saint of England during the reign of Edward III. Coin specifications: Mintage Limit: 4,999 Metal: Cupro-nickel, gold plated Weight: 25 grams Diameter: 38.6mm Milled: Edge in box.
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Two proof coins in boxes. A £5 Henry VIII coin with issue quantity of 10,000 weight 28.28g, alloy 0.925 Ag with booklet. A George and Dragon 2009 St George & the Dragon cupro-nickel, gold plated Five Pound Coin made by the London Mint Office. St George is the Patron Saint of England. The first references to St George were during The Crusades to the Holy Land in the 12th Century. He was recognised as the Patron Saint of England during the reign of Edward III. Coin specifications: Mintage Limit: 4,999 Metal: Cupro-nickel, gold plated Weight: 25 grams Diameter: 38.6mm Milled: Edge in box.
Auction: Antiques and Collectables with Wines and Spirits, 24th May, 2022