Buy a 2017 King Canute £5 Silver Proof Coin

Silver proof £5 crown commemorating the 1000th anniversary since the Coronation of King Canute.

This silver proof £5 crown comes in a capsule and presentation box. It is issued with a certificate of authenticity from The Royal Mint.

King Canute was coronated as the King of England in January, 1017. The coronation took place at the Old St Paul’s Cathedral. Canute (also known as Cnut the Great) was a viking ruler and also the King of Denmark and Norway.

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Obverse

The obverse design shows the Jody Clark portrait of Queen Elizabeth II.

Reverse

The reverse was designed by Lee R Jones. The text reads

"1017 King Canute 2017"

Key Information

Product ID	1222
Stock Status	In Stock

Product Spec

Metal	Silver
Silver Weight Troy Ounces	0.8410
Fineness/Carat	0.925 Sterling
Date	2017
Obverse Designer	Jody Clark
Issuing Monarch	Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Mint/Brand	The Royal Mint
Country	United Kingdom

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