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UK 2005 Silver Proof Horatio Nelson Commemorative Crown - A United Kingdom 2005 silver proof commemorative crown, equivalent to five pounds, issued by the Royal Mint to mark the bicentenary of the death of Admiral Lord Nelson. The obverse features a portrait of Horatio Nelson in naval uniform and bicorne hat, flanked by the dates 1805 and 2005 with the legend HORATIO NELSON. Struck in .925 sterling silver with a proof finish. The coin is presented in its original blue velvet-lined case and includes an illustrated descriptive booklet. Weight: 28.28g Diameter: 38.61mm.