© Storm
© Storm
1 Crown - Elizabeth II King Orry III
2005 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 | 2005 |
| 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#130805 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Steamship King Orry III - Scapa Flow 1918, biplane, dirigible
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE 175TH ANNIVERSARY OF ISLE OF MAN STEAM PACKET COMPANY
KING ORRY III - SCAPA FLOW 1918
1 CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (King Orry III) 2005 from Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) made of Copper-nickel weighing 28.28 g is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 1000th anniversary of the Viking King Orry III, who ruled the Isle of Man in the 11th century. The coin's design showcases a portrait of King Orry III on the obverse, while the reverse features an image of a Viking longship, symbolizing the island's rich Viking heritage. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
