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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Long Distance Runners; Silver Proof
1991 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.8 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1991 |
| Value | 1 Crown (0.25) |
| Currency | Crown Coinage (1967-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#352979 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Three long distance runners, design adopted from an amphora of 333 BC
Script: Latin
Lettering:
OLYMPIAD BARCELONA
1
CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1991 Gibraltar 1 Crown coin featuring Elizabeth II (Long Distance Runners; Silver Proof) is unique in that it was minted with a special silver alloy that contains 92.5% silver, which is higher than the standard sterling silver composition of 90%. This makes it a valuable collector's item for numismatists who appreciate the rarity of the higher silver content.
