© Aravindhan Karunakaran
© Aravindhan Karunakaran
1 Crown - Elizabeth II 1st Man on the Moon
| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.60 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1999-2000 |
| Value | 1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.60 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#135121 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Astronaut planting US flag on the moin
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1st MAN ON THE MOON 1969
2000
1 CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 30th anniversary of the first moon landing, which took place on July 20, 1969. The coin's design features an image of Neil Armstrong, the first person to set foot on the moon, along with the famous phrase "One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." The coin's mintage was limited to 10,000 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.
