© patrih37
© patrih37
½ Crown - Elizabeth II Napoleon crosses the Alps
2019 year| Copper-nickel | 14.14 g | 32 mm |
| Location | Saint Helena (Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha) |
|---|---|
| Issuing company | East India Company |
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2019 |
| Value | ½ Crown |
| Currency | Crown (1978-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 14.14 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#365757 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NAPOLEON BONAPARTE
1769 • 2019
EIC
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The ½ Crown - Elizabeth II (Napoleon crosses the Alps) 2019 coin features an image of Napoleon Bonaparte on horseback, crossing the Alps, which is a famous scene from French history. The design of the coin was inspired by a painting of the same name by French artist Jacques-Louis David, which was created in 1803. The coin's design is meant to symbolize the strength and leadership of Napoleon, who is considered one of the greatest military minds in history.
