1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Montgolfier Balloon) 1983 front 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Montgolfier Balloon) 1983 back
1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Montgolfier Balloon) 1983 photo
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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Montgolfier Balloon

1983 year
Copper-nickel 28.47 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1983
Value
1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
28.47 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#23036
Rarity index
46%

Reverse

Montgolfier Balloon

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BICENTENARY OF MANNED FLIGHT
ONE CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1983 Isle of Man 1 Crown coin featuring Elizabeth II (Montgolfier Balloon) is interesting because it commemorates the 200th anniversary of the first successful flight of a hot air balloon, which was invented by the Montgolfier brothers in France in 1783. The coin's design features a depiction of the balloon flight, with Queen Elizabeth II's effigy on the obverse. It's a unique and fascinating piece of numismatic history that combines the celebration of a significant scientific achievement with the enduring legacy of the British monarchy.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1983 PM 50000 - - - - - -

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