Obverse: Crowned bust of the Queen facing left wearing veil over back of crown
Obverse legend: “VICTORIA•DEI•GRA•BRITT•REGINA•FID•DEF • IND•IMP•”
Engraver: Thomas Brock
Reverse: St George on horseback advancing to right wearing a helmet and cape and holding a sword
Reverse legend: “1897 B.P.”
Engraver: Benedetto Pistrucci
Edge: DECUS ET TUTAMEN. ANNO REGNI LXI
Denomination: Crown (5 Shillings)
Country: Great Britain
Ruler: Queen Victoria
Year: 1897
Mintage: 262,000
Metal: silver (0.9250)
Weight approx.: 27.89 g
Diameter approx.: 38.6mm
Authenticity unconditionally guaranteed !
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