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1 Crown - Elizabeth II BAE Harrier GR
2008 year| Copper-nickel | 27.6 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 1 Crown (0.25) |
| Currency | Crown Coinage (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 27.6 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#70238 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
2 views of the airplane from the side and above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
History of the Royal Airforce
BAE Harrier GR3
One Crown
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The BAE Harrier GR3 featured on the 2008 Gibraltar 1 Crown coin was a British jump jet that played a significant role in the Falklands War in 1982. It was known for its unique ability to take off and land vertically, making it an valuable asset for military operations in confined spaces.
