⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Liberty U.S.A; Platinum Proof) 1997 front ⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Liberty U.S.A; Platinum Proof) 1997 back
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⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II Liberty U.S.A; Platinum Proof

1997 year
Platinum (.995) 6.22 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1997
Value
⅕ Crown (1⁄20)
Currency
Crown Coinage (1967-date)
Composition
Platinum (.995)
Weight
6.22 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#371094
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of Liberty facing right, with laureate wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LIBERTY U.S.A
Pt 995
1/5 CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Fourth coin in "Classical Heads" series depicts Liberty U.S.A representing freedom. This image has particular importance for the United States of America and in 1886 France presented the statue of Liberty to that country. Liberty has appeared on American coins from 1792 to the present day, based on classical allegory of Libertas, found on Imperial Roman coinage.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1997 Gibraltar ⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Liberty U.S.A; Platinum Proof) coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a crown, surrounded by the words "Liberty U.S.A." and "Platinum Proof." This design was created specifically for the coin's release and is not found on any other coins. Additionally, the coin's platinum composition and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  1000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Liberty U.S.A; Platinum Proof) 1997 coin.