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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Dunkirk 1940 - Planes
2020 year| Gold (.999) plated copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | 1 Crown (0.25) |
| Currency | Crown Coinage (1967-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) plated 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#388805 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
The aftermath of a dogfight, showing an allied fighter plane looking back towards a damaged German plane in the background
Script: Latin
Lettering:
A MIRACLE OF DELIVERANCE
1940
Engraver: Raphael David Maklouf
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 80th anniversary of the Dunkirk evacuation during World War II. The coin's design features a depiction of the iconic Spitfire plane, which played a crucial role in the evacuation, and the inscription "Dunkirk 1940" in bold letters. The coin's gold plating and limited mintage make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
