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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Pegasus Bridge
2004 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2004 |
| Value | 1 Crown (0.25) |
| Currency | Crown Coinage (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#229351 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Soldier with gun, Pegasus Bridge in background
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PEGASUS BRIDGE
ONE CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Pegasus Bridge) 2004 coin from Gibraltar features a unique design that commemorates the 60th anniversary of the D-Day landings during World War II. The coin's reverse side depicts a representation of the Pegasus Bridge, which was a strategic bridge in Normandy, France, that was captured by British forces during the D-Day invasion. The coin's design also includes the inscription "Pegasus Bridge 1944-2004" and the coat of arms of Gibraltar. This coin is a rare and interesting collector's item for anyone interested in military history or numismatics.
