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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Short Sunderland
2008 year| Copper-nickel | 28.3 g | 38.7 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 1 Crown (0.25) |
| Currency | Crown Coinage (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.3 g |
| Diameter | 38.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#44455 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Sunderland in flight to left, top view below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HISTORY OF THE ROYAL AIR FORCE
ONE CROWN
SHORT SUNDERLAND
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Short Sunderland) 2008 coin from Gibraltar features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse side, while the reverse side depicts a Short Sunderland flying boat in flight, which is a rare and interesting feature for a coin.
