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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Louis Braille; Platinum Proof
1981 year| Platinum (.950) | 52 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1981 |
| Value | 1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Platinum (.950) |
| Weight | 52 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#387821 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Louis Braille and Braille, Triskellion above.
Scripts: Braille, Latin
Lettering:
INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE DISABLED
LOUIS BRAILE
·ONE CROWN·
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1981 Isle of Man 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Louis Braille; Platinum Proof) coin is that it features a unique design that honors Louis Braille, the inventor of the Braille system for the visually impaired. The coin's reverse side features a portrait of Braille, along with the words "LOUIS BRAILLE" and "1809-1852" in Braille letters. This design was created to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Braille's death.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 PM | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Louis Braille; Platinum Proof) 1981 coin.
