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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Nelson's Funeral Procession
2005 yearSilver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
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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 | Silver (.925) |
Weight | 28.28 g |
Diameter | 38.6 mm |
Thickness | 3 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-08 |
Numista | N#83310 |
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Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Mother and child watching Nelson's funeral procession down the Thames
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE BICENTENARY OF TRAFALGAR
THE FUNERAL OF LORD NELSON
1805
ONE CROWN
Edge
Milled
Comment
Similar to KM#1280Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 200th anniversary of Lord Horatio Nelson's victory at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, which led to his untimely death. The coin's design features a depiction of Nelson's funeral procession, which took place on January 9, 1806, and was attended by thousands of people. The coin's mintage was limited to 10,000 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.