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UK 1997 Elizabeth II and Prince Philip Five Pounds Coin and Banknote Set - A commemorative numismatic set issued by The Royal Mint and the Bank of England, presented in a green and blue folder. The set comprises a five-pound coin and a five-pound banknote, celebrating the Golden Wedding Anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. The coin, of cupro-nickel construction, features a conjoined profile of the royal couple on the obverse. The reverse displays two shields representing the Royal Arms of the Queen and Prince Philip, surmounted by a crown and flanked by an anchor, with the legends 1947 1997, 20 NOVEMBER, and FIVE POUNDS. The five-pound banknote features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II and bears the serial number HM50 000498. The note is signed by the Chief Cashier, G.E.A. KENTFIELD. The packaging includes descriptive text regarding Westminster Abbey and the technical specifications of the currency. A printed label on the folder reads THE ROYAL MINT AND BANK OF ENGLAND FIVE POUNDS SET. Diameter: 38.61mm Weight: 28.28g.