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5 Crowns - Elizabeth II Discovery of the New World
1991 year| Copper-nickel | 26.5 g | 39.3 mm |
| Issuer | Turks and Caicos Islands (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1991 |
| Value | 5 Crowns |
| Currency | Crown (1969-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 26.5 g |
| Diameter | 39.3 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#25842 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 47% |
Reverse
Christopher Columbus kneeling before the king and queen of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
500th ANNIVERSARY OF COLOMBUS' DISCOVERY OF THE NEW WORLD
1492-1992
Isabella
Commissions
Colombus
5
Crown
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Crowns - Elizabeth II (Discovery of the New World) 1991 coin from Turks and Caicos Islands (British Overseas Territories) features a unique design that commemorates the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's discovery of the New World. The coin's design includes an image of Columbus's ship, the Santa Maria, and a map of the Caribbean islands. This coin is considered rare and valuable among collectors due to its limited mintage and unique design.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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