1 Crown - Elizabeth II Australopithecus, Lucy
1998 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.8 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 1 Crown (0.25) |
| Currency | Crown Coinage (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#203184 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Upright figure left, brain depiction at left
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EVOLUTION OF MANKIND
3.000.000
YEARS
LUCY
AUSTRALOPITHECUS AFARENSIS
1
CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1998 Gibraltar 1 Crown coin featuring Australopithecus, also known as "Lucy," is unique in that it depicts a fossilized human ancestor on a coin, highlighting the evolution of humanity.
