⅒ Crown - Elizabeth II (Europa) 1997 front ⅒ Crown - Elizabeth II (Europa) 1997 back
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⅒ Crown - Elizabeth II Europa

1997 year
Gold (.9999) 3.11 g 17.95 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1997
Value
⅒ Crown (0.025)
Currency
Crown Coinage (1967-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999)
Weight
3.11 g
Diameter
17.95 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#371086
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of mythical Europa

Script: Latin

Lettering:
EUROPA
Au 999.9
1/10 CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Third coin in "Classical Heads" series depicts Europa. This mythical lady of increadible beauty, said to be daughter of a Phoenician King, was seduced by Zeus, who first appeared to her in the form of a white bull, before abducting her and takinig herr off to Crete. She also gave her name to the Continent of Europe.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Queen's effigy in a crowned bust, surrounded by the inscription "ELIZABETH II" and "GIBRALTAR" in a circular pattern. The coin's design is a nod to the long history of the British monarchy and the significance of Gibraltar as a British Overseas Territory.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  7500 - - - - - -

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