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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Red-necked Wallaby
1994 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1994 |
| Value | 1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | 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#83279 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Four red-necked Wallabys
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRESERVE PLANET EARTH
1
CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Red-necked Wallaby coin from the Isle of Man features a unique design, showcasing a wallaby, a small kangaroo native to Australia, on the reverse side. This design was chosen to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Isle of Man's Wildlife Act, which aimed to protect and conserve the island's wildlife. The coin's design also includes the inscription "10th Anniversary of the Wildlife Act 1994" and the Isle of Man's coat of arms. This coin is a rare and interesting collector's item for those interested in wildlife, conservation, and numismatics.
