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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Roald Amundsen; Silver
2001 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2001 |
| Value | 1 Crown 1 IMP = USD 1.31 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#374931 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bust of Roald Amundsen at right, ship at center, dirigible above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROALD AMUNDSEN 1872-1928
SOUTH POLE
NI NORGE
THE FRAM
1
CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Roald Amundsen; Silver) 2001 from Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 100th anniversary of Roald Amundsen's discovery of the South Pole. The coin's obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse depicts Amundsen standing at the South Pole, surrounded by the flags of the nations that participated in the expedition. The coin's design is particularly notable because it was created by renowned coin designer, Robert E. Marr, who is known for his work on various commemorative coins.
