1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Battle of Britain) 2015 front 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Battle of Britain) 2015 back
1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Battle of Britain) 2015 photo
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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Battle of Britain

2015 year
Copper-nickel 28.28 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2015
Value
1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#162898
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

A British Spitfire flying over the White Cliffs of Dover with a German Messerschmitt on its tail, with yellow spotlights

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BATTLE OF BRITAIN
1 CROWN

Interesting fact

The 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Battle of Britain) 2015 coin from the Isle of Man features a unique design that commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, a pivotal air campaign fought during World War II. The coin's design showcases a Spitfire aircraft, which played a crucial role in the battle, soaring above the clouds with the sun setting in the background. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse side displays the Spitfire design. This coin is a non-circulating coin, meaning it is not intended for general circulation and is instead produced in limited quantities for collectors.