This numismatic lot comprises two five pound crown coins issued by the Royal Mint to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar. The first coin features the Horatio Nelson portrait design by James Butler, and the second coin features the Trafalgar naval engagement design by Clive Abbott. Both coins are struck in cupro-nickel and are housed in the original illustrated presentation folder as issued. The packaging contains historical information and the text of the naval signal England Expects That Every Man Will Do His Duty.
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