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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Atlantic Puffins
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 |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#79884 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Two Atlantic Puffins with rocky outcrop in background
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRESERVE PLANET EARTH
1
CROWN
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The 1996 Gibraltar 1 Crown coin featuring Atlantic Puffins is a unique and interesting coin due to its design. The coin's reverse side features a depiction of two Atlantic Puffins, a species of seabird known for their distinctive black and white feathers and brightly colored beaks, perched on a rocky outcrop. The design is surrounded by a rim bearing the inscription "Atlantic Puffins" and the coin's denomination. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, the reigning monarch of the United Kingdom at the time of the coin's minting. The coin's design is not only visually appealing, but it also highlights the importance of conservation efforts. The Atlantic Puffin is a protected species, and the coin's design serves as a reminder of the need to preserve and protect these magnificent birds and their habitats. The coin's mintage was limited to 10,000 pieces, making it a sought-after collector's item for coin enthusiasts and wildlife enthusiasts alike.
