Product Description
New Zealand 1949 George VI Silver Crown XF – These big silver crowns have an interesting history as they commemorate an event that never happened! A royal visit from King George VI to New Zealand and Australia was proposed for 1949, but the tour was canceled due to the ailing King's health. Putting the cart before the horse, over 200,000 of these silver crowns had already been created by the Royal Mint in London. Today these coins are popular numismatic collectibles. Extra Fine quality.
Bermuda 1959 Silver Crown BU – This delightful .925 silver crown honors the 350th anniversary of the founding of the British territory of Bermuda with an enchanting engraving featuring a pair of ships. Shown in elegant detail is a bird's eye view of the island and ships Deliverance and Patience. This commemorative issue is notable as it was output before the island began issuing its own circulation coinage. A young Queen Elizabeth II graces the obverse.