1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Fall of the Roman Empire 476; Silver Proof) 1997 front 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Fall of the Roman Empire 476; Silver Proof) 1997 back
1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Fall of the Roman Empire 476; Silver Proof) 1997 photo
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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Fall of the Roman Empire 476; Silver Proof

1997 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
1997
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
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#304281
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Man with sword attacking man with spear

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FALL OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE 47
2000
1 CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 1,500th anniversary of the Fall of the Roman Empire in 476 AD. The coin's design features an image of Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of the Roman Empire's collapse on the other. The coin's mintage was limited to 10,000 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.