2022 $5 Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Tokelau 1 Oz Silver Proof
Please note: This item is second hand and may have nicks, marks and or scuffs to the box that does not impact on the quality of the coin.
The intricately engraved and realistic portrait, a masterpiece of the minter's art, finds Her Majesty wearing the Diamond Diadem that she wore in 1952 for the opening of Parliament, and sporting a sapphire necklace. Above Queen Elizabeth's effigy rests the Imperial State Crown (set with the Cullinan II diamond), the ultimate symbol of her power and authority.
- Interspersed along the rims are other symbols of her regal power:
- The Scepter with the Cross, made in 1661, and set with the Great Star of Africa
- Diamond, the Cullinan I, the second largest cut diamond in the world
- The Sovereign's Orb or globus cruciger, always carried in the monarch's left hand
- The two Heralds on Horseback represent Elizabeth's Silver Jubilee (in 1977) and Golden Jubilee (in 2002)
- Each element around the edge is separated by royal scepters and royal swords.
- More on the Scepter of the Cross and the Sovereign's Orb, of the British Crown Jewels, below!
- Included also along the rim are the national flowers (floral badges) of the four constituents of the United Kingdom, over which Elizabeth reigns:
- England Tudor Rose
- Scotland Thistle
- Wales Leek
- North Ireland Shamrock
Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II
In 2022 the world celebrates the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, the 70th year of her reign. Princess Elizabeth was born on April 21, 1926. She was just ten years old when she unexpectedly became heir presumptive to the throne, when her father, Bertie, became King George VI upon his older brother Edward VIII's abdication. Almost immediately, the young Elizabeth began to prepare for her future role; her official duties grew steadily throughout her teens. When George VI's health began to deteriorate in 1951, the young princess readily assumed many of the her father's responsibilities.
George VI died suddenly in his sleep on February 6, 1952, when Elizabeth was on an official state visit to Kenya, then a British colony. She immediately acceded to the throne, becoming the first British monarch in over 200 years to do so while abroad. The new Queen Elizabeth went into her official period of mourning, then was crowned at Westminster Abbey at the relatively young age of twenty-six on June 2, 1953. By this time she was a seasoned public figure, her years of service a strong indicator of what the Commonwealth could expect of its new queen. Today about 128 million people live in the 16 countries of which she is head of state.
Obverse
A frosted cameo portrait of the young Queen Elizabeth II at the beginning of her reign seventy years ago, in 1952, wearing the Diamond Diadem that she wore in 1952 for the opening of Parliament. Her effigy is surmounted by the Imperial State Crown and surrounded by elements of the British Crown Jewels and the four national flowers (floral emblems or badges) of the four nations of the United Kingdom. The legends QUEEN ELIZABETH II and PLATINUM JUBILEE define the theme.
Reverse
Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, in crowned profile facing right. This portrait, featuring Her Majesty wearing a tiara and pearl earrings, was executed by the sculptor Ian Rank Broadley. The legend ELIZABETH II, the date of issue and denomination also appear, while the legend 1 OZ 999 AG guarantees the weight and purity.
Packaging
The coin is encapsulated inside an elegant, luxury presentation case, protected by a full-color outer box. A full-color, individually-numbered certificate of authenticity is included.
2022 $5 Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Tokelau 1 Oz Silver Proof
Please note: This item is second hand and may have nicks, marks and or scuffs to the box that does not impact on the quality of the coin.
The intricately engraved and realistic portrait, a masterpiece of the minter's art, finds Her Majesty wearing the Diamond Diadem that she wore in 1952 for the opening of Parliament, and sporting a sapphire necklace. Above Queen Elizabeth's effigy rests the Imperial State Crown (set with the Cullinan II diamond), the ultimate symbol of her power and authority.
- Interspersed along the rims are other symbols of her regal power:
- The Scepter with the Cross, made in 1661, and set with the Great Star of Africa
- Diamond, the Cullinan I, the second largest cut diamond in the world
- The Sovereign's Orb or globus cruciger, always carried in the monarch's left hand
- The two Heralds on Horseback represent Elizabeth's Silver Jubilee (in 1977) and Golden Jubilee (in 2002)
- Each element around the edge is separated by royal scepters and royal swords.
- More on the Scepter of the Cross and the Sovereign's Orb, of the British Crown Jewels, below!
- Included also along the rim are the national flowers (floral badges) of the four constituents of the United Kingdom, over which Elizabeth reigns:
- England Tudor Rose
- Scotland Thistle
- Wales Leek
- North Ireland Shamrock
Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II
In 2022 the world celebrates the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, the 70th year of her reign. Princess Elizabeth was born on April 21, 1926. She was just ten years old when she unexpectedly became heir presumptive to the throne, when her father, Bertie, became King George VI upon his older brother Edward VIII's abdication. Almost immediately, the young Elizabeth began to prepare for her future role; her official duties grew steadily throughout her teens. When George VI's health began to deteriorate in 1951, the young princess readily assumed many of the her father's responsibilities.
George VI died suddenly in his sleep on February 6, 1952, when Elizabeth was on an official state visit to Kenya, then a British colony. She immediately acceded to the throne, becoming the first British monarch in over 200 years to do so while abroad. The new Queen Elizabeth went into her official period of mourning, then was crowned at Westminster Abbey at the relatively young age of twenty-six on June 2, 1953. By this time she was a seasoned public figure, her years of service a strong indicator of what the Commonwealth could expect of its new queen. Today about 128 million people live in the 16 countries of which she is head of state.
Obverse
A frosted cameo portrait of the young Queen Elizabeth II at the beginning of her reign seventy years ago, in 1952, wearing the Diamond Diadem that she wore in 1952 for the opening of Parliament. Her effigy is surmounted by the Imperial State Crown and surrounded by elements of the British Crown Jewels and the four national flowers (floral emblems or badges) of the four nations of the United Kingdom. The legends QUEEN ELIZABETH II and PLATINUM JUBILEE define the theme.
Reverse
Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, in crowned profile facing right. This portrait, featuring Her Majesty wearing a tiara and pearl earrings, was executed by the sculptor Ian Rank Broadley. The legend ELIZABETH II, the date of issue and denomination also appear, while the legend 1 OZ 999 AG guarantees the weight and purity.
Packaging
The coin is encapsulated inside an elegant, luxury presentation case, protected by a full-color outer box. A full-color, individually-numbered certificate of authenticity is included.