⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II The Blitz
1999 year| Gold (.9999) | 6.22 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| 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#396514 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Firefighters in action after air raid
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE WORLD AT WAR
THE BLITZ
1/5 CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Interesting fact
The 1999 Gibraltar ⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (The Blitz) gold coin features a unique design that commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Blitz, a series of bombing raids carried out by the German Air Force on Gibraltar during World War II. The coin's design includes an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of the Blitz on the other, with the words "The Blitz 1940-1941" inscribed above the image. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only 15,000 minted, making it a sought-after piece for coin collectors and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 PM | 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 (The Blitz) 1999 coin.
