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20 Crowns - Elizabeth II Christopher Columbus
1991 year| Silver (.925) | 28.04 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Turks and Caicos Islands (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1991 |
| Value | 20 Crowns |
| Currency | Crown (1969-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.04 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#396029 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
A line of ships in full sail, value below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
500th ANNIVERSARY OF COLUMBUS' DISCOVERY OF THE NEW WORLD
1492-1992
Columbus
Crosses
the Atlantic
20
Crown
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Similar to 20 Crowns dated 1989 (KM#118.1) and 20 Crowns dated 1991 (KM#118.2)
KM#118.2 has a refined bust and KM#118.3 has another refined bust
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Caribbean. The coin's reverse side depicts a portrait of Columbus, along with a map of the Caribbean and a sailing ship, symbolizing his historic voyage. This design is not found on any other coin, making it a distinctive and valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
