1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Euro 1996-Winner; Silver Proof Issue) 1996 front 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Euro 1996-Winner; Silver Proof Issue) 1996 back
1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Euro 1996-Winner; Silver Proof Issue) 1996 photo
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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Euro 1996-Winner; Silver Proof Issue

1996 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1996
Value
1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#182473
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Footballer with shield of Germany to upper left and Euro symbol to lower left and 'WINNER' to right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· EUROPEAN FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP ·
GERMANY
WINNER
EUFA EURO 96 England
1 CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the Isle of Man's participation in the 1996 European Football Championship, also known as Euro 1996. The coin's design features an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a representation of a football player in action on the other. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a sought-after collector's item among coin enthusiasts and football fans.