⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Long-jump; Platinum Proof) 1991 front ⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Long-jump; Platinum Proof) 1991 back
⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Long-jump; Platinum Proof) 1991 photo
© Münzen am Zoo

⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II Long-jump; Platinum Proof

1991 year
Platinum (.9995) 6.22 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1991
Value
⅕ Crown (1⁄20)
Currency
Crown Coinage (1967-date)
Composition
Platinum (.9995)
Weight
6.22 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#366176
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Ancient long jumper, man with staff with building in background & value

Script: Latin

Lettering:
XXV OLYMPIAD · BARCELONA
1/5 CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Part of the 8 coins series (pictures from Münzen am Zoo):


Interesting fact

The 1991 Platinum Proof ⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Long-jump) coin from Gibraltar has a unique design feature. The coin's reverse side depicts a platinum-colored jumping horse, which is a nod to Gibraltar's famous Barbary macaques, also known as "jumping monkeys." This design was created by the renowned sculptor and engraver, John M. L. M. Mercieca, and it's what sets this coin apart from other coins in the series.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1991  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 (Long-jump; Platinum Proof) 1991 coin.