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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Death of Horatio Nelson
2005 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#229805 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Dying Nelson surrounded by other officers
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1805 TRAFALGAR 2005
ONE CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Crown coin commemorating the Death of Horatio Nelson, issued in 2005 by Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories), features a unique design element. The coin's reverse side depicts a portrait of Lord Horatio Nelson, surrounded by a frame made up of ropes, which symbolizes the rigging of HMS Victory, the ship he commanded during the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. This design feature adds a touch of historical authenticity to the coin, making it a truly interesting and unique collector's item.
