2005 Gold Proof £5 Crown Horatio Nelson Graded NGC PF69 ULTRA CAMEO
Design:
This 2005 commemorative crown was issued to mark the 200th anniversary of the death of Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson. This hero of the British Royal Navy led Great Britain to a number of victories against Napoleon's French navy where he lost an eye and an arm in combat.
He was fatally wounded onboard his ship, HMS Victory during the Battle of Trafalgar. After his demise, a number of monuments were erected to honour one of Britain's most heroic military figures including Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square, London.
Condition:
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Graded by NGC International as Proof 69 Ultra Cameo. A fully struck coin with nearly imperceptible imperfections at 5x magnification. The equivalent of FDC in English grading terms.
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Reference: Marsh N/A | Mintage: 749 | Rating: Rare
Edge: Milled | Die Axis: Upright | Type: Proof | Mint: London
Weight: 39.94mm | Diameter: 36.02mm | Fineness: 22ct | Gold Content: 1.1771 troy oz
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