British Exhibition Crown (5s) 1960
Elizabeth II British Exhibition
1960United Kingdom
Part of Pre-decimal coins
British Exhibition Crown (5s) 1960 is a United Kingdom Crown (5s) coin struck in 1960 at the Royal Mint (Tower Hill). 1,024,038 were minted. Its estimated value in Very Fine is £2.55, from the Numista catalogue (October 2026). It is rated 4/10 for rarity (uncommon). It is struck in copper-nickel, weighs 28.28 g and measures 38.61 mm across.
Denomination
Crown (5s)
Condition
Circulation
Mintage
1,024,038
Physical Properties
Composition:Copper-nickel
Weight:28.28g
Shape:Round
Diameter:38.61mm
Thickness:3mm
Currency:Pound sterling (1158-1971)
Mint:Royal Mint (Tower Hill)
Features & Details
CommemorativeRoundCopper-nickel
Value source:Numista catalogue, Very Fine
Value date:3 Oct 2026
Is the British Exhibition 1960 Crown (5s) rare?
Its circulation mintage of 1,024,038 is the 12th lowest of 14 circulation Crown (5s) coins in the catalogue.
Versions of the 1960 British Exhibition Crown (5s)
| Version | Finish | Variety | Mintage | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Exhibition Crown (5s) 1960 (this page) | Circulation | — | 1,024,038 | £2.55Numista catalogue, Very Fine |
| British Exhibition Crown (5s) 1960 BU | BU | — | 70,000 | — |
| British Exhibition Crown (5s) 1960 Proof | Proof | Frosted V.I.P. Proof | 50 | — |
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