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20 Crowns - Elizabeth II Launch of Apollo
1994 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 | 1994 |
| 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#84160 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Apollo 11 blasting off from launch pad
Script: Latin
Lettering:
APOLLO 11
25th ANNIVERSARY 1969-1994
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the launch of Apollo 11, which was the first manned mission to land on the moon. The coin features an image of the Apollo 11 spacecraft on the obverse, and a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the reverse. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for both coin collectors and space enthusiasts.
