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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Olympics Beijing - Archer and Terracotta soldier; silver proof issue
2008 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#304253 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
An archer with a Terracotta Archer from the tomb of Qin Shi Huang- the 'First Emperor' of China. in the background. 2008 is the Chinese 'Year of the Rat' and in the foreground this is represented in Chinese script and with an image of a rat.
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
OLYMPIC - CHINA
ONE
CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of two different designs on its reverse side. The first design depicts an archer, symbolizing the Olympic sport of archery, while the second design features a Terracotta soldier, representing the rich cultural heritage of China. This distinctive combination makes the coin a truly special and collectible item.
