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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Atlantic Puffins; Silver Proof
1996 year| Silver (.925) | 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 | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#80499 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Two Atlantic Puffins sat on rock
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRESERVE PLANET EARTH
1
CROWN
Edge
Milled
Comment
Similar to copper-nickel version, KM#387Interesting fact
The 1996 Gibraltar 1 Crown coin featuring Atlantic Puffins is a unique and interesting piece due to its unique design. The coin's reverse side features a pair of Atlantic Puffins, a species of seabird known for their distinctive black and white feathers and brightly colored beaks, perched on a rocky outcropping. This design was created by wildlife artist Robert E. Fuller and is surrounded by an ornate border. 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 is made of silver (.925) and weighs 28.28 grams, making it a substantial piece. Its non-circulating status means that it was not intended for everyday use as a form of currency, but rather as a collectible item for coin enthusiasts. The fact that it was minted in 1996 and features a unique design makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Atlantic Puffins; Silver Proof) 1996 coin.
