1 Crown - Elizabeth II Douglas Bader
1999 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.8 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 1 Crown (0.25) |
| Currency | Crown Coinage (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#195629 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Bust facing at left, planes in combat
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE WORLD AT WAR
BATTLE OF BRITAIN
DOUGLAS BADER
1 CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1999 Gibraltar 1 Crown coin featuring Douglas Bader is a unique coin that honors a remarkable individual. Douglas Bader was a British pilot who lost his legs during World War II and went on to become a successful fighter ace. Despite his disability, he continued to fly and was known for his bravery and determination. The coin's design features a portrait of Bader in his flying gear, with his artificial legs visible, surrounded by the inscription "Douglas Bader 1910-1982." This coin is a tribute to Bader's inspiring story and his contributions to aviation history.
