5 Crowns - Elizabeth II Apollo 11 - Launching
1993 year| Copper-nickel | 26.36 g | 39.24 mm |
| Issuer | Turks and Caicos Islands (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1993 |
| Value | 5 Crowns |
| Currency | Crown (1969-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 26.36 g |
| Diameter | 39.24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#194705 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Launching rocket
Script: Latin
Lettering:
APOLLO 11
25th ANNIVERSARY 1969-1994
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Crowns coin - Elizabeth II (Apollo 11 - Launching) 1993 from Turks and Caicos Islands (British Overseas Territories) features an error in its design. The coin was minted with an incorrect image of the Apollo 11 launch, depicting the rocket blasting off from the moon's surface instead of Earth's. This mistake has made the coin highly sought after by collectors, increasing its value and making it a unique piece of space history.
