© PCGS
© PCGS
1 Crown - Elizabeth II Raymond Dart and Taung Skull; Silver Proof
1998 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.6 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 | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#365341 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust at left looking at skull
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EVOLUTION OF MANKIND
THE
TAUNG
SKULL
1924
RAYMOND DART 1893-1988
1
CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the Taung Skull, which is a fossilized skull of a young child discovered in South Africa in 1924. The skull is considered to be one of the most important fossil discoveries in the history of paleoanthropology and is believed to be around 200,000 years old. The coin's design is a nod to the rich history of human evolution and the scientific discoveries that have helped us understand our past.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 PM | 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 (Raymond Dart and Taung Skull; Silver Proof) 1998 coin.
