1985 British Virgin Islands Silver 20 Dollars – Crossed Cannons

The 1985 British Virgin Islands Silver 20 Dollars is a commemorative collector coin from the Sunken Ship Treasures of the Caribbean series, issued to celebrate the maritime history and underwater treasures of the Caribbean. Produced by the Franklin Mint, this attractive coin combines historical nautical imagery with classic royal portraiture.

The obverse features the crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Raphael David Maklouf, surrounded by the inscriptions “ELIZABETH THE SECOND” and “BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS.” The reverse depicts two crossed cannons beneath the denomination “TWENTY DOLLARS,” commemorating the naval weaponry associated with historic Caribbean shipwrecks and maritime exploration.

Struck in sterling silver, this substantial coin contains 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper. Its detailed design and connection to Caribbean maritime history make it an appealing addition to collections of British Commonwealth coinage, shipwreck-themed collectibles, and world silver coins.

Specifications:

• Country: British Virgin Islands

• Year: 1985

• Denomination: 20 Dollars

• Series: Sunken Ship Treasures of the Caribbean

• Design: Crossed Cannons

• Monarch: Queen Elizabeth II

• Obverse Designer: Raphael David Maklouf

• Mint: Franklin Mint

• Catalog Reference: KM#48

• Composition: 92.5% Silver, 7.5% Copper

• Weight: 19.09 grams

• Actual Silver Weight: Approximately 0.5677 troy oz

• Diameter: 38 mm

• Edge: Reeded

• Issue Type: Non-circulating commemorative coin

A distinctive sterling silver collectible combining royal portraiture, Caribbean maritime history, and precious-metal value. An excellent addition to collections of world silver coins, British Virgin Islands issues, and historic nautical-themed numismatics.