5 Crowns - Elizabeth II (Sprinter) 1995 front 5 Crowns - Elizabeth II (Sprinter) 1995 back
5 Crowns - Elizabeth II (Sprinter) 1995 photo
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5 Crowns - Elizabeth II Sprinter

1995 year
Silver (.999) 10 g 31 mm
Description
Issuer
Turks and Caicos Islands (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1995
Value
5 Crowns
Currency
Crown (1969-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
10 g
Diameter
31 mm
Thickness
1.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#84155
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Sprinter and stylized flame, within circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
XXVI SUMMER OLYMPICS
LB
ATLANTA 1996

Edge

Reeded

Comment

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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design of Queen Elizabeth II, depicting her in a sprinter's pose, symbolizing speed and agility. This design was specifically created for the Turks and Caicos Islands, and it sets the coin apart from other coins featuring the standard portrait of the Queen.