Not only was this the first ever crown of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign, it was also the first time an English monarch had been shown riding horseback on a coin for over 350 years – making it a truly unique numismatic treasure – and one of the all time key United Kingdom issues.
The Cornerstone of any Great Collection
In fact, this coin is so iconic that it has been the starting point for countless great collections – and if it’s not part of yours then we thoroughly recommend you order today.
The Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II
As we approach Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee and contemplate the changes to our country since 1953, the simple joy of the Coronation presents an engaging memory. Your 1953 Coronation Crown was the way the Royal Mint chose to mark this prestigious occasion, and it has lost none of its sparkle over the years – quite the opposite. It has gone on to become one of the United Kingdom’s best loved coins.
The United Kingdom’s Crowns
United Kingdom crown coins are some of the most widely collected and sought after coins worldwide. The domination was first introduced in 1526 by Henry VIII, and crowns have been minted on and off by the Royal Mint ever since. Alongside the Gold Sovereign, they are some of the most easily recognisable English coins, as they have been minted to roughly the same size and shape since the introduction of machine struck coins around 1663.
Your 1953 Coronation Crown follows in this great tradition and as it was the first crown of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign it is particularly important, not just as a commemoration, but as part of the history of our nation.