1 Crown - Elizabeth II (1954 First Grandchild) 2001 front 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (1954 First Grandchild) 2001 back
1 Crown - Elizabeth II (1954 First Grandchild) 2001 photo
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1 Crown - Elizabeth II 1954 First Grandchild

2001 year
Copper-nickel 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2001
Value
1 Crown (0.25)
Currency
Crown Coinage (1967-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#172014
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Queen Mother with young Prince Charles

Script: Latin

Lettering:
THE LIFE OF QUEEN ELIZABETH AND THE QUEEN MOTHER
1954
FIRST GRANDCHILD
1 CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (1954 First Grandchild) 2001 coin from Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse side, while the reverse side depicts an image of the first grandchild of the Queen, Prince William, who was born in 1982. This coin is particularly interesting because it was issued to commemorate a significant milestone in the royal family, and its design reflects that event. Additionally, the use of copper-nickel in the coin's composition gives it a distinctive color and durability.