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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Victoria Cross, Henry Ramage, Silver Proof Issue
| Issuer | Alderney |
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| Year | 2006 |
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| Weight | 28.28 g |
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| Reverse description | Dynamic central composition depicting Henry Ramage mounted on horseback at full gallop, rescuing a fallen comrade during the Battle of Balaklava in 1854, with additional figures and horses rendered in high relief against the proof field. The Victoria Cross medal, shown in full detail with its distinctive cross pattée and crown motif, is prominently displayed in the lower central field. The legend HENRY RAMAGE arcs along the upper left periphery, FOR VALOUR at the top centre, and BALAKLAVA - 1854 along the upper right, with the denomination FIVE POUNDS inscribed along the lower rim. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | HENRY RAMAGE BALAKLAVA - 1854 FOR VALOUR FIVE POUNDS |
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