© DNO14
© DNO14
1 Crown - Elizabeth II First Atlantic Crossing
1994 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1994 |
| Value | 1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | 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#130919 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Biplane
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MAN IN FLIGHT
ALCOCK & BROWN
FIRST ATLANTIC CROSSING - 1919
1 CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 75th anniversary of the first transatlantic flight, which was completed by Alcock and Brown in 1919. The coin's design features an image of the two aviators and their plane, the Vickers Vimy, along with the dates of the flight and the phrase "First Atlantic Crossing." This coin is a unique and interesting way to celebrate a significant event in aviation history.
