1 x **** 1953 RHODESIAN CROWN IN EXCELLENT CONDITION **** @@@ A CRAZY STARTING PRICE OF JUST R1

Rhodesia, named after diamond magnate Cecil Rhodes, was created a self-governing colony of Britain in 1923. Coinage commenced in 1932. This rare crown (5 shillings) was issued to commemorate the centennial of Rhodes' birth and is among the final issues of the colony which was federated with Northern Rhodesia in 1956. The South African connection to this coin lie with its designers and off course, Cecil Rhodes.

Specification: 28.28 g, .500 fine silver, .454 troy oz ASW, edge lettered "1853 OUT OF VISION CAME REALITY 1953", designed by Mary Gillick and T. H. Paget.

Numista Rarity Index of this coin is 91. This index is based on the data of Numista members collections. It ranges from 0 to 100, 0 meaning a pretty common coin and 100 meaning a pretty rare coin. In our opinion this Crown and in this condition is priceless. This fine Coin was advertised as uncirculated and in brilliant condition when we purchased it abroad. You be the judge!

This is the picture of the actual coin you are bidding for. A true and rare gem!