1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Battle of Ypres; Coloured Poppies) 2017 front 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Battle of Ypres; Coloured Poppies) 2017 back
1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Battle of Ypres; Coloured Poppies) 2017 photo
© Lee Taylor

1 Crown - Elizabeth II Battle of Ypres; Coloured Poppies

2017 year
Copper-nickel 28.28 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2017
Value
1 Crown (0.25)
Currency
Crown Coinage (1967-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#162191
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Angel holding poppies

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LEST
WE
FORGET

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Battle of Ypres; Coloured Poppies) 2017 coin from Gibraltar features a unique design that commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Ypres, a significant event in World War I. The coin's design includes coloured poppies, which are a symbol of remembrance and hope. This coin is a non-circulating coin, meaning it is not intended for general circulation and is instead produced for collectors. It is made of copper-nickel and weighs 28.28 grams.