The 1887 Victoria Jubilee Head Crown is one of the most iconic late‑Victorian silver crowns, struck to mark Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee. Issued at the Royal Mint in sterling silver (.925), this large and impressive coin features the celebrated Jubilee portrait by Sir Joseph Edgar Boehm, introduced specifically for the Jubilee coinage of 1887.

The reverse displays Benedetto Pistrucci’s legendary St George and the Dragon, a design that has defined British crown coinage since 1817. The 1887 crown is well known for its bold strike and strong visual presence, and prooflike examples — such as this one — show mirrored fields, sharp devices, and excellent eye appeal.

The Jubilee Head series (1887–1892) is a favourite among collectors, and the 1887 crown is the flagship coin of the Jubilee year. Attractive prooflike pieces are increasingly sought after for their superior presentation and historical significance.

• Denomination: Crown (Five Shillings)
• Date: 1887
• Monarch: Queen Victoria (Jubilee Head)
• Mint: Royal Mint, London
• Metal: Sterling silver (.925)
• Weight: 28.20 g (approx.)
• Diameter: 39.0 mm (approx.)
• Mintage (circulation issue): 273,581
• Proof mintage (official): 1,084
• Catalogue references: Spink S3921; Krause (KM, GB Crown 1887); Coincraft; ESC (Bull) – Jubilee Crown type

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