Five Pounds 1887 JEB "Jubilee Head" (United Kingdom, Victoria)
Photo by: Jean ELSEN & ses Fils s.a.
Specification
- MetalGold (0,917)
- Weight39,94 g
- Pure gold (1,1775 oz) 36,625 g
- Diameter38 mm
- EdgeReeded
- Aspect ratioMedallic (↑↑)
- Mintage UNC54,000
- Mintage PROOF797
Description
- CountryUnited Kingdom
- PeriodVictoria
- DenominationFive Pounds
- Year1887
- RulerVictoria (Queen of Great Britain)
- MintThe Royal mint
- PurposeCirculation


Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the British Five Pounds 1887 "Jubilee Head" with mark JEB. This gold coin from the times of Victoria struck at the The Royal mint Mint. Wondering how much a coin like this is worth? The record price belongs to the lot 30130 sold at the Heritage Auctions auction for USD 168,000. Bidding took place May 1, 2025.
How much is the gold coin of Victoria Five Pounds 1887 JEB "Jubilee Head"?
According to the latest data as of December 5, 2025 the average price of a Gold coin Five Pounds 1887 "Jubilee Head" with mark JEB is 6100 USD for regular strike and 46000 USD for coins minted using the PROOF technology. The coin contains 36,625 g of pure gold, so we do not recommend selling it for less than 5007,55 USD, even if it is in poor condition and has no collectible value.
Where does our service get data on the current price of the Five Pounds 1887 "Jubilee Head" with mark JEB?
The information on the current value of the British coin Five Pounds 1887 "Jubilee Head" with the letters JEB is based on actual auction sales of similar specimens. To reflect the current price level, our service monitors over 590 numismatic companies and records auction results in the coin catalog and auction archive. Please note that the exact value depends directly on the coin's condition, so the average price serves only as an approximate estimate.
Where can I sell the Five Pounds 1887 "Jubilee Head" with the letters JEB?
To sell the Five Pounds 1887 "Jubilee Head" with the letters JEB we recommend contacting specialized numismatic companies that hold regular auction sales. Public auctions are the most fair and secure way to sell valuable collectible coins. Go to the list of companies to find a suitable platform.































