1966 FIFA World Cup £5 Silver Proof Coin

  

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Shortly following his appointment as England manager in 1962, Alf Ramsey made a brave prediction-- England will win the next World Cup-- a tournament that will be performed on home ground. With a root of first-rate players alongside impressive youngsters, the level was set. English teams preceding had underperformed on the greatest stage of all, but this time around it would be different. The legendary final against West Germany is definitely one of English sport's finest moments and there aren't many who haven't heard BBC sportscaster Kenneth Wolstenholme's recognised words, They think it's all over!

In 2016 The Royal Mint honors a footballing heritage that is motivating a new generation of English players to follow in footsteps the heroes of 1966. This is the only official coin produced to signify 50 years since Bobby Moore raised the well-known Jules Rimet trophy.

Perfected to Proof grade, it presents an original model by Royal Mint coin designer Emma Noble who was influenced by England's 1966 FIFA World Cup T logo. This coin is offered in a refined black case, including an interesting book about the competition.

Manufactured in partnership with The Football Association, the pamphlet incorporates uniquely sourced photos, and a contribution for every coin ordered will be given to the Bobby Moore fund. Additional images (may include other items available from this collection). Island Stamps and Coins is a trading name of Island Numismatics.

We are based in the Isle of Man, a small island in the middle of the Irish Sea between England and Ireland. We specialise in new uncirculated and Proof Silver and Gold coins from Great Britain and its dependencies.

We also deal in new Isle of Man Commemorative Stamps in Mint and Cancelled to Order Sets as well as other related gifts. We will send a replacement for any items that have been damaged in transit. We also accept Personal Cheques and Postal Orders payable to "ISLAND NUMISMATICS". The item "1966 FIFA World Cup £5 Silver Proof Coin" is in sale since Tuesday, June 28, 2016. This item is in the category "Coins\Coins\British\Decimal Coinage (c.

The seller is "islandsandc" and is located in Isle of Man. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Year of Issue: 2016
• Era: Elizabeth II (1952-Now)
• Region: Alderney
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
• Denomination: Five Pounds
• Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
• Composition: .925 Silver
• Certification: Yes
• MPN: WC16SP
• Brand: Royal Mint Limited