1 Crown - Elizabeth II Battle of Waterloo 1815; Silver Proof
1999 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#409000 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Men and camels at oasis
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Battle of Waterloo 1815
2000
1 CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 1815 Battle of Waterloo, which marked the defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte and the end of the Napoleonic Wars. The coin's design features an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of the Battle of Waterloo on the other. The coin's mintage was limited to 10,000 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.
