British Virgin Islands 5 dollars Royal Tern Bird KM-30a PR69 PCGS Ag coin 1981

The 1981 British Virgin Islands 5 Dollars “Royal Tern” (KM-30a) is a stunning silver Proof coin that highlights one of the most graceful seabirds of the Caribbean. Struck in Ag to brilliant proof standards, it offers exceptional clarity and depth. The obverse features the elegant portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, framed by the inscription “ELIZABETH THE SECOND • BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS • 1981”. Her delicately engraved curls, jeweled tiara, and the crisp frosted relief against mirrored fields create a refined deep cameo contrast characteristic of Franklin Mint craftsmanship.

The reverse showcases a beautifully detailed Royal Tern in full flight. Its long tapered wings, streamlined body, slender forked tail, and sharp beak give the bird a sense of swift aerial motion. Fine texturing across the feathers adds realism, while the clean negative space enhances the dramatic silhouette. Beneath the bird, the denomination FIVE DOLLARS is boldly engraved in a sweeping arc that balances the composition.

Certified PCGS PR69DCAM, the coin boasts near-perfect surfaces, mirrorlike proof fields, and sharp frosted devices. This issue is part of the highly collectible wildlife-themed series, celebrating the natural beauty of the British Virgin Islands. A refined and desirable piece for collectors of silver proofs, bird motifs, and top-graded world coinage.

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