1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Harald Fairhair) 2017 front 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Harald Fairhair) 2017 back
1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Harald Fairhair) 2017 photo
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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Harald Fairhair

2017 year
Silver plated copper-nickel 28.28 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2017
Value
1 Crown = 5 Pounds 5 IMP = USD 6.55
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver plated copper-nickel
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#162034
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

King Harald Fairhair with sword and shield
map of Norway in background

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HARALD FAIRHAIR
CA.850-932

Edge

Milled interupted edge

Interesting fact

The 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Harald Fairhair) 2017 coin from the Isle of Man features a unique design that commemorates the 1,000th anniversary of the reign of King Harald Fairhair, who united Norway under one rule in the 10th century. The coin's design features an image of King Harald Fairhair on the obverse, while the reverse features a depiction of the Viking longship, the Oseberg Ship, which was discovered in Norway in 1904 and is believed to have been built during King Harald's reign. This coin is a rare and interesting collector's item for anyone interested in history, Viking culture, or numismatics.