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1 Crown - Elizabeth II 100th Anniversary of Powered Flight
2003 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.60 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2003 |
| Value | 1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.60 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#130722 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Concorde, blimp, jet, prop
Script: Latin
Lettering:
100th ANNIVERSARY OF POWERED FLIGHT
1 CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design that depicts a stylized representation of the Wright brothers' first powered flight, which took place on December 17, 1903. The design shows the Wright brothers' aircraft, the Wright Flyer, in flight, with the wings and propellers spinning, and the Wright brothers themselves in the cockpit. The design is surrounded by a circle of stars, and the coin's denomination, "1 Crown," is inscribed at the top of the coin. This coin was issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of powered flight, and it is a unique and interesting collector's item for anyone interested in aviation history.
