PCGS

5 Pounds (The Three Graces sculpture) – Tristan da Cunha

Non-circulating coins

Commemoration: 200th anniversary of world-renowned The Three Graces sculpture

United Kingdom

Context

Year: 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Issuer: Tristan da Cunha

Ruler: Elizabeth II

Currency:

Pound

(since 1971)

Total mintage: 3,000

Material

Diameter: 65 mm

Weight: 39 g

Shape: Round

Composition: Ceramic

Technique: Milled

References

Numista: #188549

Value

Exchange value: 5 SHP

Inflation-adjusted value: 6.72 SHP

Obverse

Description:

Queen Elizabeth II bust and date.

Inscription:

H.M. QUEEN ELIZABETH II

TRISTAN DA CUNHA

2018

Translation:

H.M. QUEEN ELIZABETH II
TRISTAN DA CUNHA
2018

Script: Latin

Language: English

Designer: Joel Iskowitz

Reverse

Description:

Inspired by Wedgwood's classic Three Graces cameos, this coin's reverse features a detailed bas-relief of Canova's famed sculpture. The figures, set on pastel blue Jasperware and bordered by geometric shapes, represent youth, mirth, and elegance. The inscription FIVE POUNDS is also included.

Inscription:

FIVE POUNDS

Script: Latin