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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Athletes- Olympic Torch
1999 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#82938 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Two athletes, one holding Olympic Torch on map of Australia
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SUMMER OLYMPIC · 1999
2000
2000
ONE CROWN
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1999 Isle of Man 1 Crown coin featuring Elizabeth II (Athletes- Olympic Torch) is that it was issued to commemorate the 1999 NatWest Island Games, which were held on the Isle of Man. The coin's design features a depiction of the Olympic torch and athletes in motion, symbolizing the spirit of competition and sportsmanship that defines the Island Games.
