1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Battle of the Nile) 2005 front 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Battle of the Nile) 2005 back
1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Battle of the Nile) 2005 photo
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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Battle of the Nile

2005 year
Copper-nickel 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2005
Value
1 Crown (0.25)
Currency
Crown Coinage (1967-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#229813
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Warship on fire during the battle of Nile

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1805 TRAFALGAR 2005
ONE CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Battle of the Nile) 2005 coin from Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) features a unique design that commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Battle of the Nile, a significant naval battle fought between the British and French fleets in 1798. The coin's design showcases a depiction of the battle, with ships and cannons prominently featured. This coin is a fascinating piece of history for anyone interested in naval warfare or the Napoleonic Wars.