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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Battle of Cologne
2006 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2006 |
| 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 |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#244618 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Godfrid, Duke of Frisia, standing with the scene of viking's raid of Cologne in winter 881, flanked by laurel wreath with inscriptions above and below the scene. Mint mark and denomination at the bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE BATTLE OF COLOGNE
GODFRIED 881
PM
1
CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Godfrid
Godfrid was a Danish Viking leader in late ninth century who in 881 had undertaken extensive military raid into Rhine area. During this raid his Viking bands plundered many villages and towns, including cities of Cologne and Bonn.
Despite being common in popular culture, there is no evidence that Vikings ever wore helmets with horns. This stereotype comes from Scandinavian artists in the 19th century.
Interesting fact
The 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Battle of Cologne) 2006 coin from the Isle of Man features a unique design that commemorates the 700th anniversary of the Battle of Cologne, which took place in 1274. The coin's design depicts King Edward I, also known as Edward Longshanks, who led the English army to victory in the battle. The coin's reverse side features a representation of the battle itself, with soldiers and horses in combat. This coin is a rare and interesting collector's item for anyone interested in military history or numismatics.
