25 Pence - Elizabeth II (Royal Wedding; Silver Proof Issue) 1981 front 25 Pence - Elizabeth II (Royal Wedding; Silver Proof Issue) 1981 back
25 Pence - Elizabeth II (Royal Wedding; Silver Proof Issue) 1981 photo

25 Pence - Elizabeth II Royal Wedding; Silver Proof Issue

1981 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.50 mm
Description
Issuer
Ascension Island (Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1981
Value
25 Pence (0.25)
Currency
Pound (1976-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.50 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#26256
Rarity index
74%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
WEDDING OF HRH THE PRINCE OF WALES AND LADY DIANA SPENCER
1981

Comment

The marriage of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer was held in 1981.
This coin was issued by Ascension Island to celebrate this momentous event. The bust of Queen Elizabeth II by Rafael Maklouf graces the obverse while dual coats of arms appears on the reverse.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the royal wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer, which took place on July 29, 1981. The coin's design features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and the royal couple on the other. It was produced in a limited quantity of 10,000 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1981  30000 - - - - - -

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