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1 Crown - Elizabeth II DHC-1 Chipmunk
2007 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2007 |
| 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#44452 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Chipmunk in flight to left
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HISTORY OF THE RAF
Battle of Britain Memorial Flight
ONE CROWN
DHC-1 CHIPMUNK
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (DHC-1 Chipmunk) 2007 coin from Gibraltar features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of a DHC-1 Chipmunk aircraft on the other. The Chipmunk is a Canadian-designed, lightweight, single-engine aircraft that was popular for training and recreational flying. The coin's design serves as a nod to Gibraltar's aviation history and its connection to the British military.
