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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Arethusa; Silver Proof
1998 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 1 Crown (0.25) |
| Currency | Crown Coinage (1967-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#371729 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of mythical Arethusa facing left
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARETHUSA
1 CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Comment
For the second year running, the Gibralar Government issued a series of Crowns commemorating some of the famous classical figures of ancient mythology.Arethusa was a wood nymph, with whom the God Orpheus fell madly in love. He pursued Arethusa as fas as Sicily, where she sought refuge. Here she was turned into a spring by the Goddess Artemis.
Interesting fact
The 1998 Arethusa Silver Proof 1 Crown coin from Gibraltar features a unique design, with the obverse bearing an effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse showcases a representation of the mythical nymph Arethusa, after whom the coin is named. This coin is considered rare and highly sought after by collectors, with only 10,000 minted.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Arethusa; Silver Proof) 1998 coin.
