Lot 188: UK 1980 Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother Commemorative Crown Coin Roll
Sold for: £7
A collection of UK commemorative crown coins, presented in an original bank-wrapped paper roll. The coin visible at the end of the roll features a central portrait of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, surrounded by a radiating pattern of stylized lions and bows. The peripheral legend reads QUEEN ELIZABETH THE QUEEN MOTHER AUGUST 4th 1980. The obverse of the coins, though not visible on the end specimen, features the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II with the legend ELIZABETH II D·G·REG·F·D·. The coins are struck in cupro-nickel and remain in their original brown paper wrapping, which is crimped at both ends. No maker’s marks, signatures, or labels are visible on the item.
Diameter: 38.6mm.
Condition report:
The visible coin shows brilliant uncirculated luster with minor contact marks and fine surface abrasions consistent with bulk storage. The paper roll shows signs of environmental toning to a brown colour, with visible fraying and small tears at the edges and along the seam. The coins remain housed within the original paper bank wrapping.
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