© Auktionshaus Ulrich Felzmann GmbH & Co. KG
© Auktionshaus Ulrich Felzmann GmbH & Co. KG
1 Crown - Elizabeth II Olympics; Platinum Proof
1980 year| Platinum (.950) | 52 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1980 |
| Value | 1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Platinum (.950) |
| Weight | 52 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#389986 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Triskeles at the center of assorted Olympic figures (including weightlifting, hammer, cycling, gymnastics)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TWENTY SECOND OLYMPICS·MOSCOW
·ONE CROWN·
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1980 Isle of Man Elizabeth II Platinum Proof 1 Crown coin is that it features a unique reverse design that commemorates the 1980 Summer Olympics, which were held in Moscow, Russia. The coin's reverse depicts a stylized image of an athlete in motion, surrounded by the words "XIX OLYMPIAD MOSCOW 1980." This coin was issued as part of a series of coins produced by the Isle of Man to commemorate the Olympics, and it is a rare and valuable collector's item for coin enthusiasts and sports memorabilia collectors.
