© MMowiec
© MMowiec
1 Crown - Elizabeth II 80th Birthday ; 4th Portrait
2006 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Nightingale Island (Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2006 |
| Value | 1 Crown |
| Currency | Crown (1978-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#55052 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Elizabeth II, 4th effigy by Ian Rank-Broadley
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COMMEMORATING THE 80TH BIRTHDAY OF H.M. QUEEN ELIZABETH II
ONE CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II's 80th birthday, which is a significant milestone for any head of state. The coin's design features a special 4th portrait of the Queen, which was created specifically for this occasion. Additionally, the coin's mintage was limited to only 10,000 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.
