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1 Crown - Elizabeth II English Electric Lightning
2008 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| 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#213531 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
2 view of English Electric Lightning
Script: Latin
Lettering:
History of the Royal Airforce
English-Electric
Lightning
One Crown
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Elizabeth II (English Electric Lightning) 2008 coin from Gibraltar features a unique design that showcases the British Overseas Territory's rich history and culture. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse side depicts the English Electric Lightning, a supersonic jet aircraft that was developed in the 1950s and 1960s. The coin's design is not only visually striking, but it also serves as a reminder of Gibraltar's strategic location and its role in the history of aviation.
