Lot 171: UK 2000 Millennium Silver Proof Five Pound Crown

A UK silver proof crown, struck to commemorate the year 2000 Millennium. The reverse design features a stylized map of the British Isles under a clock hand pointing towards the 12 o’clock position. Struck legends on the reverse read 1999, 2000, FIVE POUNDS, and ANNO DOMINI. The central field is textured with a frosted finish, contrasting against a polished outer ring and rim. The obverse features the fourth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin is housed in a clear protective acrylic capsule and is presented in a dark blue velvet-lined case. Accompanying the coin is a blue informational booklet and a Certificate of Authenticity, both printed with the text 2000 MILLENNIUM SILVER PROOF CROWN in gold lettering. The coin features a milled edge.