The 1898 Crown - Queen VictoriaThe Obverse shows the Old Head (Veiled Head) portrait of Queen Victoria by Sir Thomas Brock.
The Reverse shows St George and the Dragon by Benedetto Pistrucci.
Edge inscribed "DECUS ET TUTAMEN" (An ornament and a safeguard) with the Regnal date: "ANNO REGNI LXI" or "ANNO REGNI LXII" representing the 61st or 62nd year of Victoria's reign. The LXI is slighty more valuable.Die axis ^^.
Images by permission of M J Hughes Coins.
Mintage: 161,400 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 1898. See Coins and Events of 1898
Monarch/Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Category: Crowns. See more Crown coins
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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