Thursday, December 1, 2011

Great Britain Victoria Crown 1887



1887

Kingdom of Great Britain

Crown

Crown Sized

173,000 minted

.925 Silver

Grade at Almost Uncirculated

Obverse: Bust of Victoria Queen of Great Britain & the British Empire 

Reverse: St. George slaying the dragon

Notes
The reverse of the crowns of Great Britain is probably 
one the greatest designs of all numismatics. this bust type
was issued 1887 to 1892.  the crown weighs 28.2 grams. 
over 10% heavier than the standard US Silver Dollars and 
other counterparts such as the 5 francs of France & 5 Pesetas.