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1 Crown - Elizabeth II One Penny
2021 year| Gold (.999) plated copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2021 |
| Value | 1 Crown (0.25) |
| Currency | Crown Coinage (1967-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) plated copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#356114 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
The Britannia motif that adorned the Penny from 1953 to 1967
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITAIN'S LAST PRE-DECIMAL COINAGE
ONE PENNY
£SD
1971-2021
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Part of a series of coins commemorating 50 years since the United Kingdom changed to a decimal system9 coins in total.
Farthing (¼d), Half Penny (½d), Penny (1d), Three Pence (3d), Six Pence (6d), English Shilling (1/-), Scottish Shilling (1/-), Two Shillings (2/-) or (Florin) & Half Crown (2/6)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which was specifically created for this coin by the artist, Paula Vickery. This design is not found on any other coin, making it a distinctive and rare collector's item.
