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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Sea Vixen
2009 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2009 |
| 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 |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#323981 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
DeHavilland DH 110 Sea Vixen
Script: Latin
Lettering:
100 YEARS OF NAVAL AVIATION
SEA VIXEN
FLY NAVY
ONE CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Sea Vixen) 2009 coin from Gibraltar features a unique design that showcases the Royal Navy's first aircraft carrier, the HMS Sea Vixen, which was launched in 1953 and served until 1967. The coin's design highlights the ship's distinctive shape and includes an image of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse side, as required by tradition for British coins. This coin is a rare and interesting collector's item for anyone interested in naval history or British numismatics.
