1893 Queen Victoria Widow Head £5 British Gold Coin

Got this rare piece as a settlement for an account. Its been checked by experts and its in good condition.

1893 British Gold £5 Old Head Coin

In 1893, the British coinage was redesigned, and Queen Victoria's portrait was altered into an older, veiled head. We buy and sell 1893 proof or uncirculated gold five pound pieces at competitive prices.

1893 Gold Five Pounds

The 1893 gold five pounds was issued in proof and normal (non-proof) versions, as part of the design change to an older portrait. Queen Victoria is shown wearing a veil, as she was in mourning for her husband Prince Albert, who had died in the previous year. It is only one of three dates of gold five pound coin which was issued for general circulation, in addition to proof or pattern issues.

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