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25 Dollars - Elizabeth II Coronation Jubilee - The Ampulla
1978 year| Silver (.925) | 51.35 g | 45 mm |
| Issuer | Cayman Islands (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1978 |
| Value | 25 Dollars 25 KYD = USD 30 |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 51.35 g |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Thickness | 3.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#312800 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
The gold Ampulla with the consecrated oil, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
25th ANNIVERSARY OF CORONATION·1953-1978
THE
AMPULLA
TWENTY-FIVE DOLLARS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The gold Ampulla is used to hold the consecrated oil with which a sovereign is anointed during the coronation ceremony. It is cast in the form of an eagle with outspread wings. The head of the eagle is threaded and removable, and there is an aperture in the beak for pouring the oil.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II's Silver Jubilee in 1978, which marked 25 years since her coronation. The coin's design features a depiction of the Queen wearing the Imperial State Crown, along with the Ampulla and Anointing Spoon, which are symbols of the coronation ceremony. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and fans of the British royal family.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Coronation Jubilee - The Ampulla) 1978 coin.
