1 Crown - Elizabeth II Battle of Cologne
2006 year| Silver (.925) (0.841 ASW) | 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 | Silver (.925) (0.841 ASW) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.77 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#297782 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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
One interesting fact about the coin is that it commemorates the 700th anniversary of the Battle of Cologne, which took place in 1274. The battle was a significant event in the history of the Holy Roman Empire and the Isle of Man, and the coin's design reflects this history with an image of King Edward I, who led the English army to victory in the battle.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 PM | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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