¼ Crown - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait) 1981 front ¼ Crown - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait) 1981 back
¼ Crown - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait) 1981 photo
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¼ Crown - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait

1981 year
Copper-nickel 5.7 g 24.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Turks and Caicos Islands (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1981
Value
¼ Crown
Currency
Crown (1969-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
5.7 g
Diameter
24.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1986
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#14067
Rarity index
11%

Reverse

Spiny lobster on rock surrounded by legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS
QUARTER CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1981 Turks and Caicos Islands ¼ Crown coin features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by a wreath of Turks and Caicos Islands' national flowers, the Yellow Elder and the Turk's Cap Cactus. This design was specifically created for the coin by the renowned British engraver, Arnold Machin.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1981  - - - - - -

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