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½ Crown - Elizabeth II The Legend of St George
2018 year| Copper-nickel | 14.14 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2018 |
| Value | ½ Crown (0.125) |
| Currency | Crown Coinage (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 14.14 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#372168 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
The young knight St George seated upon horseback while his horse rears up preparing to face the Dragon
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE LEGEND OF ST GEORGE
HONOUR · COURAGE · KINDNESS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The ½ Crown - Elizabeth II (The Legend of St George) 2018 coin from Gibraltar features a unique design that showcases the legend of St George, the patron saint of Gibraltar, slaying a dragon. The coin's design is inspired by the famous painting "St. George and the Dragon" by Bernardo Strozzi. This coin is a non-circulating coin, meaning it is not intended for general circulation and is instead produced in limited quantities for collectors.
