1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Europa; Silver Proof) 1997 front 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Europa; Silver Proof) 1997 back
1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Europa; Silver Proof) 1997 photo
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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Europa; Silver Proof

1997 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1997
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
References
Numista
N#369632
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of mythical Europa

Script: Latin

Lettering:
EUROPA
1 CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Third coin in "Classical Heads" series depicts Europa. This mythical lady of increadible beauty, said to be daughter of a Phoenician King, was seduced by Zeus, who first appeared to her in the form of a white bull, before abducting her and takinig herr off to Crete. She also gave her name to the Continent of Europe.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1997 Gibraltar 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Europa; Silver Proof) coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the cultural and historical ties between Gibraltar and the European continent. The coin's obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse depicts the Europa Point Lighthouse, which is located at the southernmost point of Gibraltar and has been guiding mariners since 1841. The coin's design serves as a symbol of Gibraltar's connection to Europe and its rich history as a strategic location in the Mediterranean.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  10000 - - - - - -

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