Queen Elizabeth II £5: Restoration of the Monarchy

Years of issue:

2010

Coin Information:

In 1649, following the English Civil War and the subsequent execution of Charles I, the British monarchy was abolished and the kingdom became a republic with a new government presiding - the 'Protectorate' - led by Oliver Cromwell. This £5 coin issued in 2010 marks the 350th anniversary of the restoration of the monarchy under Charles II in 1660. The reverse design features a simplified version of Charles' crown with the inclusion of oak leaves. Amidst the oak leaves the coin also features a rose and thistles representing England and Scotland respectively. The inclusion of entwined C's and the style of lettering has been inspired by the coinage of Charles II.

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