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1 Crown - Elizabeth II D-Day - Montgomery
1994 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1994 |
| Value | 1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#84046 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 72% |
Reverse
Field Marshal Montgomery overlooks the Canadians landing into Juno Beach
Script: Latin
Lettering:
D-DAY · JUNE 6 · 1944
1
CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1994 D-Day - Montgomery 1 Crown coin from the Isle of Man features a unique design that commemorates the 50th anniversary of the D-Day landings during World War II. The coin's reverse side depicts a portrait of Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery, who played a crucial role in the Allied forces' victory. This coin is particularly interesting because it serves as a reminder of the significant role that the Isle of Man played in the war effort, as it was used as a military base and a location for secret communication operations.
