This Great Britain 1887 Crown collectible replica features the iconic Jubilee Head portrait of Queen Victoria on the obverse, encircled by the Latin inscription meaning "Victoria, by the Grace of God, Queen of the Britons" and dated 1887. The reverse presents a bold fantasy design centred on the Welsh Dragon — the ancient heraldic symbol of Wales — displayed within a bordered shield, flanked by leek sprigs, and inscribed with "ANNO DOM." above and "WALES CYMRU 5" below, referencing the Crown's five-shilling denomination alongside the bilingual Welsh national identity.
The 1887 Jubilee Head portrait was engraved by Joseph Edgar Boehm and introduced to mark Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee — one of the most celebrated coin portraits in British numismatic history. This piece pairs that historic obverse with an imaginative Welsh commemorative reverse, making it a distinctive themed collectible for admirers of Victorian Britain and Welsh heritage. This piece is a Victorian-era inspired fantasy collectible coin designed for display and collection.
About the Design
Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee of 1887 marked fifty years on the British throne and prompted a complete redesign of British coinage. The Jubilee Head — showing Victoria in profile wearing a small crown, veil, and jewelled necklace — replaced the earlier Young Head portrait and appeared across the full silver coinage series. The Crown (five shillings) was among the most impressive coins of the issue, struck in sterling silver with a high-relief portrait that remains one of the most recognisable Victorian coin designs.
The reverse of this collectible draws on the heraldry of Wales, featuring the Red Dragon of Cadwaladr — a symbol used by Welsh rulers for centuries and officially incorporated into the Royal Badge of Wales. The dragon is shown passant on a green and white field, here rendered in antique silver relief. The inscription "WALES CYMRU" uses both the English and Welsh names for the nation, while "ANNO DOM." (Anno Domini, "In the Year of the Lord") echoes the formal Latin conventions of Victorian-era coinage.
Together, the two sides create a piece that celebrates both the grandeur of Victorian Britain and the distinct cultural identity of Wales — a combination that makes this an appealing display piece for collectors interested in British history, Welsh heritage, or the aesthetics of 19th-century coinage.
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Product Features
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Design: Obverse — Queen Victoria Jubilee Head portrait, 1887; Reverse — Welsh Dragon heraldic shield, "WALES CYMRU 5 / ANNO DOM." inscription
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Inscription (Obverse): "VICTORIA D.G. BRITT. REG." — Victoria, by the Grace of God, Queen of the Britons
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Inscription (Reverse): "ANNO DOM. / WALES CYMRU / 5" — Anno Domini; Wales in English and Welsh; denomination reference
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Material: Copper with silver plating, antique silver finish
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Diameter: 36mm
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Finish: Antique silver
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Packaging: Securely packaged for safe arrival
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Note: This is a commemorative collectible and not legal tender
Perfect For
- Collectors of Victorian-era British coin replicas and commemoratives
- Welsh heritage enthusiasts and admirers of Welsh heraldic art
- History collectors focused on Queen Victoria and the Golden Jubilee period
- Display collections themed around British monarchy and royal portraiture
- Gifting to history lovers, Anglophiles, or those with Welsh family connections
Shipping
Free worldwide tracked shipping. Estimated delivery: 9–14 days. Each coin is securely packaged for safe arrival.
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This item is a commemorative collectible and is not affiliated with any official government mint.
This item is a commemorative collectible and is not legal tender, not issued by a government mint, and not an investment product. It is intended for hobby collecting and display purposes only. The reverse design is a modern fantasy/themed composition and does not represent a coin struck by the Royal Mint.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this an original 1887 Victorian Crown?
- No. This is a modern commemorative collectible replica inspired by the 1887 Queen Victoria Jubilee Head Crown. It is not an original antique coin and has not been struck by the Royal Mint.
- What is the coin made from?
- The coin is made from copper with silver plating and an antique silver finish, giving it the aged appearance of a Victorian-era silver coin.
- Is this coin legal tender?
- No. This is a decorative commemorative collectible with no monetary value. It cannot be used as currency.
- How is the coin packaged and shipped?
- Your coin will be securely packaged to protect it during transit and shipped with free worldwide tracked shipping. Estimated delivery is 9–14 days.
- Was a Welsh Dragon Crown ever officially struck in 1887?
- No. The reverse design on this coin — featuring the Welsh Dragon with "WALES CYMRU" — is a modern fantasy/commemorative design. No such coin was issued by the Royal Mint in 1887. This piece pairs the authentic historical obverse portrait with an imaginative Welsh-themed reverse created for collectors.
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