Crown

The Crown: A Short History of the Famous British coin - The Crown is a very old coin, with origins dating back to Henry VIII. The English Crown first appeared in 1526. It had a value of five shillings (a quarter of a pound) but in 1990 was redenominated to £5. Although still legal tender these days it is effectively a commemorative coin minted in Cupronickel but Silver and Gold are also used.

1931 Wreath Crown – George V - The Reverse is the Wreath Crown, designed by George Kruger Gray. It is a circle made of roses and thistles joined by pairs of smaller shamrocks with a crown in the centre.

1687 Crown – Second Bust – James II - 1687 Crown (5 shillings) of King James II minted at the Tower Mint, London. The Reverse is four crowned shields. Date divided.

1708 Crown – Edinburgh Mint – Queen Anne - Under the bust is 'E' showing the coin was minted in Edinburgh which was then part of the new British coinage.

1935 Crown – ‘Rocking Horse’ Jubilee Crown – George V - 1935 Crown - 'Rocking Horse' Jubilee Crown

1900 Crown – Victoria - St George and the dragon not only appeared on gold sovereigns but also on some crowns. The Regnal date on the edge is in Roman numerals. For 1900, this could be LXIII or LXIV.

List of Elizabeth II Crowns - List of Elizabeth II Crowns with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.

1953 Coronation Crown - Issued to celebrate the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II on 2 June 1953.

1831 Crown – William IV - The 1831 Crown of William IV is an outstanding coin, highly elaborate, very rare. You need £35,000-£50,000 at the lower end to get one. The Reverse was designed by WIlliam Wyon.

1977 Crown – Silver Jubilee - Issued to commemorate Elizabeth II's 25 years on the throne. This was the second of the decimal crowns and was denominated as 25 pence when released (previously, crowns were five shillings).