1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Athens Olympics - Wrestling) 2003 front 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Athens Olympics - Wrestling) 2003 back
1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Athens Olympics - Wrestling) 2003 photo
© Pobjoy Mint Ltd.

1 Crown - Elizabeth II Athens Olympics - Wrestling

2003 year
Copper-nickel 28.28 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2003
Value
1 Crown (0.25)
Currency
Crown Coinage (1967-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#421271
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two wrestlers from a Greek drinking cup in the British Museum, London called “The Heave” from c.475–450 BC, surrounded by a wreath of olive leaves

Script: Latin

Lettering:
XXVIII OLYMPIC GAMES
ATHENS 2004
1 CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design depicting wrestlers in action, which is a nod to the wrestling events that took place during the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens, Greece. The coin's design is a rare example of a coin commemorating a specific Olympic event, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and sports enthusiasts.