Issued by the Bailiwick of Guernsey in 2014, this commemorative £5 Crown marks the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War and serves as a moving tribute to the men and women who served during the Great War.

The reverse features a standing British soldier alongside one of the most recognised passages of remembrance from Laurence Binyon’s famous poem For the Fallen:

“At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.”

For more than a century these words have featured prominently in remembrance services throughout the United Kingdom and Commonwealth, making them a fitting tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Struck as a crown-sized commemorative issue, the coin bears the dates 1914–1918, marking the period of the conflict and honouring the courage, sacrifice, and service of a generation shaped by war. Presented in its original commemorative folder, this attractive issue combines historical significance with strong collector appeal.

A meaningful addition to collections of military history, remembrance memorabilia, Guernsey coinage, and First World War commemoratives.

Historical Background

The First World War began in August 1914 and continued until the Armistice of 11 November 1918. The conflict involved nations across the globe and profoundly affected communities throughout the British Isles and beyond.

The year 2014 marked the centenary of the outbreak of the war, prompting commemorative events and special issues designed to ensure that the sacrifices of those who served would never be forgotten. Coinage played an important role in these remembrance activities, providing lasting tributes that could be preserved by future generations.

The quotation featured on the reverse originates from Laurence Binyon’s poem For the Fallen, written in 1914. Its words have become inseparable from annual remembrance ceremonies and continue to serve as a powerful expression of gratitude and reflection.

Specifications

• Country of Issue: Bailiwick of Guernsey
• Issuer: Queen Elizabeth II (1952–2022)
• Year: 2014
• Denomination: £5 Crown
• Theme: Centenary of the First World War
• Period Commemorated: 1914–1918
• Metal: Cupro-Nickel
• Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated
• Diameter: 38.61 mm
• Shape: Round
• Obverse Designer: Ian Rank-Broadley FRBS
• Obverse: Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right
• Obverse Legend: ELIZABETH II BAILIWICK OF GUERNSEY 2014
• Reverse: Standing British soldier with remembrance inscription
• Reverse Inscription: “At The Going Down Of The Sun And In The Morning We Will Remember Them”
• Date on Reverse: 1914–1918
• Presentation: Official Commemorative Folder
• Packaging: Original Issue Folder
• Catalogue References:
  • Guernsey First World War Centenary £5 Crown Issue

Condition

Please carefully examine the photographs provided as these form an important part of the description. The coin shown is the exact item that you will receive. Any assessment of condition applies to the coin and original presentation packaging.

Shipping

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Categories

• British Coins
• Guernsey Coins
• Commemorative Coins
• £5 Crowns
• First World War

Tags

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