1 Crown - Elizabeth II Atlanta Olympics - Tennis
1996 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#166393 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Tennis player
Script: Latin
Lettering:
XXVI OLYMPIAD ATLANTA 1996
1
CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design depicting Queen Elizabeth II playing tennis, which was created specifically for the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia. The coin's design was meant to commemorate Gibraltar's participation in the Olympic Games and to promote the territory's cultural and sporting achievements. The coin's unusual design and limited mintage make it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and sports enthusiasts.
