½ Crown - Elizabeth II (D-Day - General Montgomery, Gold Proof) 1994 front ½ Crown - Elizabeth II (D-Day - General Montgomery, Gold Proof) 1994 back
½ Crown - Elizabeth II (D-Day - General Montgomery, Gold Proof) 1994 photo
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½ Crown - Elizabeth II D-Day - General Montgomery, Gold Proof

1994 year
Gold (.9999) 15.55 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1994
Value
½ Crown
Currency
Crown (1970-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999)
Weight
15.55 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#431589
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Field Marshal Montgomery overlooks the Canadians landing into Juno Beach

Script: Latin

Lettering:
D-DAY · JUNE 6 · 1944
1/2
CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 50th anniversary of D-Day, a significant event in World War II. The coin's design features an image of General Montgomery, who played a crucial role in the Allied forces' invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.