British Crowns are popular among numismatists coins had been originally minted in 22 karat gold and in sterling silver purity (92.5% silver to copper 7.5% copper) according to strict standards implemented by Henry II, however, after 1920 the purity was lowered to 50% silver to 50% manganese alloy making coins tarnish significantly. After 1947 crown coins were made exclusively from copper nickel alloy. In 1990 high purity gold and silver proof grade crown coins emerged sparking investors’ and collectors’ interest.
1. Historical And Bullion Value Combined
British Crowns offer the best of both coin types in a single investment. These coins offer benefits that cannot be found with old British coins that do not offer a standard weight and size.