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20 Crowns - Elizabeth II The Pinta
1991 year| Silver (.925) | 28.04 g | 39 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 | 39 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#396036 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The Pinta below dates, value below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
500th ANNIVERSARY OF COLUMBUS' DISCOVERY OF THE NEW WORLD
1492-1992
THE PINTA
20
Crown
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of the Pinta, a species of bird known for its distinctive white stripes, on the other. The coin's design was created by the renowned British engraver, Ian Rank-Broadley, and is considered a rare and collectible piece among numismatists.
