United Kingdom 25 Pence Queen Mother's 80th Birthday 1980 – AU
Short Summary:
A 1980 United Kingdom 25 Pence commemorative crown celebrating the 80th birthday of Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother. This copper-nickel example is in About Uncirculated (AU) condition.
Short Description:
The 1980 United Kingdom 25 Pence commemorative crown was issued to celebrate the 80th birthday of Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother. The reverse features her portrait surrounded by bows and lions, a design referencing her family name, Bowes-Lyon. The obverse features the crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. Struck in copper-nickel, this large commemorative crown has a diameter of approximately 38.6 mm and weighs about 28.3 grams. This example is in About Uncirculated condition, retaining most of its original detail and showing only light signs of handling or circulation.
Year:
1980
Denomination:
25 Pence — Crown
Country:
United Kingdom
Monarch:
Elizabeth II
Commemorative Event:
80th Birthday of Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother
Catalog:
KM#921
Condition:
AU — About Uncirculated
Composition:
Copper-Nickel
Weight:
28.28 grams
Diameter:
38.61 mm
Mint:
Llantrisant, Wales
Mintage:
9,306,000
