Bailiwick of Guernsey 5 pounds Duke of Wellington PR69 PCGS silver coin 2002

The Bailiwick of Guernsey £5 silver coin (2002) honors Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769–1852) — Britain’s brilliant strategist and victor of Waterloo. The obverse carries the elegant right-facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth II with the circular legend ELIZABETH II BAILIWICK OF GUERNSEY 2002, the beaded rim emphasizing the proof fields. The reverse unites history and motion: a finely engraved bust of Wellington in uniform is set against a panoramic battle frieze with ranks of infantry, charging cavalry, standards, drums, and bayonets. Around the upper arc reads 1769 • THE DUKE OF WELLINGTON • 1852; at center the denomination FIVE POUNDS is boldly stated. Wellesley reshaped Europe by defeating Napoleon in 1815 and later served as Prime Minister, embodying discipline and duty. Struck in silver to mirrorlike Proof Deep Cameo quality and certified by PCGS as PR69DCAM, this near-perfect piece offers museum-level detail and strong eye appeal. A compelling addition for collectors of British history, military themes, and crown-sized commemoratives—ready to stand out in any collection.

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