⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II Platypus and Sailing Yachts
| Gold (.9999) | 6.22 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1999-2000 |
| Value | ⅕ Crown (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Crown Coinage (1967-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 6.22 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#389053 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Platypus and Sailing Yachts, Sydney Opera in background
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SUMMER OLYMPICS . SYDNEY
2000 999.9
1/5
CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Series issued in 1999:
And reissued in 2000:
Interesting fact
The Platypus and Sailing Yachts coin is a unique and rare coin that features a platypus on one side and sailing yachts on the other. It was minted in 1999-2000 in Gibraltar, a British Overseas Territory, and is made of 99.99% gold, weighing 6.22 grams. This coin is not only valuable due to its gold content but also because of its limited mintage and unique design, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2000 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Platypus and Sailing Yachts) 1999-2000 coin.
