1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Clipper, Percy Douglas; Gold Proof) 1991 front 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Clipper, Percy Douglas; Gold Proof) 1991 back
1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Clipper, Percy Douglas; Gold Proof) 1991 photo
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1 Pound - Elizabeth II Clipper, Percy Douglas; Gold Proof

1991 year
Gold (.917) 19.65 g 22.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Jersey (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1991
Value
1 Pound (1&nbspJEP)
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
19.65 g
Diameter
22.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#346319
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Ship in sail

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BAILIWICK OF JERSEY
PERCY DOUGLAS
1861
· ONE POUND ·

Edge

Milled with inscription

Script: Latin

Lettering: CAESAREA INSULA

Comment

Initial mintage 225 pieces however there was only 133 sold and the rest was melted, according the Mint documentation. This info coming from: http://jerseycoins.com/com_1/com_1.htm

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a clipper ship, which is a type of sailing ship that was popular in the 19th century for its speed and maneuverability. The design was created by artist Percy Douglas and is a nod to Jersey's maritime history and its connections to the sea.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1991  133 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Clipper, Percy Douglas; Gold Proof) 1991 coin.