2005 Scotland £5 Jack Nicklaus Banknote Uncirculated

The Only Banknote To Feature A Living Person Outside The Royal Family!

To say they take golf seriously in Scotland would be an understatement of epic proportions. So, it’s no surprise that the first—and only—time that the Bank of Scotland ever issued a banknote displaying the image of a living person outside the Royal Family it featured a golfer. And not just any golfer, but an American golfer, Jack Nicklaus, the Golden Bear himself. The winner of the 1970 and 1978 British Open tournaments played at Scotland’s famous St Andrews Royal and Ancient Golf Club, Nicklaus is featured on this 2005 banknote holding the Claret Jug and hitting a shot on his way to victory.

The Bond Between Scotland And Golf

This £5 (5 pounds) note not only pays tribute to Nicklaus, but it also celebrates the rich history of St Andrews. Nicklaus is regarded by most golf experts as one of the greatest players of all time. His 73 Professional Golfers’ Association of America (PGA) tour victories ranks third all time, and his 18 Major Championships ranks first—three more than the next closest golfer, Tiger Woods. Tiny St. Andrews is known throughout the world as the birthplace and royal seat of golf. The chance to play on the world’s oldest course—or at least stroll along the edges of its storied paths and take in such sites as the the iconic view of its 18th hole—is a perennially popular destination for legions of golfing pilgrims.

Bright And Crisp Uncirculated Condition

This colorful note also features Scottish politician and Royal Bank of Scotland co-founder Archibald Campbell (1682–1761), Nicklaus’ bear logo, the bank’s seal, and the bank’s old Coat of Arms. Plus, each note available here comes in crisp Uncirculated condition and housed in a high-quality motif card. This is without a doubt, a must-have piece for any golfing fan. Imagine pulling this one out in front of your golfing buddies at the 19th Hole! Talk about a master stroke!