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The Queen's 95th Birthday

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The Queen's 95th Birthday - Reverse - 2021 UK £5 Coin
Market Value
£9.99
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Coin Specifications

Denomination
£5
Year
2021
Metal
Cupro-nickel
Finish
BU
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61mm
Product Code
UK2195BU
Obverse
Jody Clark
Reverse
Timothy Noad

How much is the The Queen's 95th Birthday worth?

The current market value for the The Queen's 95th Birthday is estimated at £9.99. Values can vary based on condition and demand.

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Coin Description

Average coin value is £9.99 in a nice condition, sealed and original Royal Mint coin pack. Issue Price £14.50
A lasting keepsake of a momentous occasion to Celebrate Her Majesty becoming the first British monarch to celebrate a 95th birthday.
A posy for The Queen – the coin features a beautiful and symbolic floral design
Finished to Brilliant Uncirculated standard – a finer finish than circulating coins
Comes in a fold-out wallet filled with beautiful images and moments from The Queen’s 95 years

About This Coin

The 95th Birthday of Her Majesty the Queen – 2021 £5 Brilliant Uncirculated Coin

A collector’s overview of the UK £5 BU issue celebrating Queen Elizabeth II’s 95th birthday (2021).

Denomination£5
Year2021
FinishBrilliant Uncirculated
AlloyCupro-Nickel

At-a-Glance Specifications

Official specification (BU £5)
Denomination£5
AlloyCupro-Nickel
Weight28.28 g
Diameter38.61 mm
QualityBrilliant Uncirculated
Obverse DesignerJody Clark
Reverse DesignerTimothy Noad
Issuing Year2021

Source: The Royal Mint archive specification for the BU issue (see link above).

Design & Iconography

Obverse

The obverse carries the fifth definitive coinage portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark, used on UK coinage from 2015. The effigy faces right and is accompanied by the customary legend and denomination. [Royal Mint spec]

Reverse

The reverse by heraldic artist Timothy Noad centers on a royal cypher treatment (“EIIR”) and includes the dates “1926–2021” with the motto “My Heart and My Devotion”, a phrase associated with the Queen’s long service. [Design description]

Why a £5 coin? In modern times the £5 crown is the Royal Mint’s go-to denomination for major royal milestones and national commemorations, offering a large 38.61 mm canvas that showcases detailed designs.

Presentation & Variants

Standard BU Pack

The base-metal Brilliant Uncirculated coin was issued for general collectors and typically supplied in an information-rich presentation card. Core specifications are as listed above. [Royal Mint]

BU Premium Pack

A “Premium Pack” presentation was also offered with a stated limited edition of 9,500 packs and an issue price of £18 at launch. [Royal Mint Premium Pack]

Proof Editions

Collectors could opt for precious-metal Proof versions sharing the theme but struck to higher standards, including silver and gold editions. For example, the £5 Gold Proof carried the same Noad reverse and an edge inscription FULL OF HONOUR AND YEARS. [Gold Proof spec]

Collecting Notes

  • Theme appeal: Royal milestones attract broad interest beyond numismatics, which can support long-term collectability.
  • Finish vs. Proof: BU coins are machine-struck with enhanced quality over circulation coins but do not have the mirror-like fields of Proofs. Choose based on budget and preference.
  • Display & care: Keep the coin in its original packaging to preserve surfaces. Handle capsules and cards gently and avoid direct contact with the coin.
  • Set building: Many collectors assemble year-sets of £5 crowns or thematic runs (e.g., royal birthdays and jubilees) for cohesion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the official specs of the 2021 £5 BU coin?

Denomination £5; cupro-nickel; 38.61 mm; 28.28 g; Brilliant Uncirculated finish; obverse by Jody Clark; reverse by Timothy Noad; year 2021. Royal Mint

What does the reverse design show?

It features the royal cypher “EIIR”, the dates 1926–2021, and the inscription “My Heart and My Devotion,” marking the Queen’s lifelong service. Design reference

Was there a Premium Pack version?

Yes. The Premium Pack was limited to 9,500 and originally priced at £18. Royal Mint Premium Pack

Are there Proof versions with different specs?

Yes. Silver and gold Proof editions were issued. For example, the £5 Gold Proof (22-carat, 38.61 mm, 39.94 g) includes the edge inscription FULL OF HONOUR AND YEARS. Gold Proof spec

Who are the designers credited on this issue?

Obverse: Jody Clark (fifth definitive portrait). Reverse: Timothy Noad (heraldic artist). Royal Mint spec

Is this coin legal tender?

Yes, UK £5 commemorative crowns are legal tender, but they’re intended for collecting/gifting rather than everyday circulation. (General Royal Mint guidance.)

References & Further Reading