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1 Crown - Elizabeth II British Soldiers
2008 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#229588 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (British Soldiers) 2008 coin from Gibraltar features a unique design that commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar, a naval engagement that took place during the Napoleonic Wars. The coin's design depicts an image of HMS Victory, the flagship of Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson, who led the British fleet to victory in the battle. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse side shows a scene of British soldiers standing at attention, surrounded by the words "British Soldiers 1805-2005." This coin is a rare and collectible item that is sure to interest coin enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
