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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Sir Douglas Bader; Platinum Proof
1981 year| Platinum (.950) | 52 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1981 |
| Value | 1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Platinum (.950) |
| Weight | 52 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#387823 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Sir Douglas Bader, airplanes in background on left
Script: Latin
Lettering:
INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE DISABLED
SIR DOUGLAS BADER
·ONE CROWN·
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1981 Isle of Man 1 Crown coin featuring Sir Douglas Bader is that it was issued to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Bader's birth. Bader was a British pilot and war hero who lost his legs during World War II, but continued to fly and became a prominent figure in the Royal Air Force. The coin's design features a portrait of Bader on the obverse, and a depiction of a Spitfire plane on the reverse, symbolizing Bader's love of flying. The coin's platinum composition and low mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 PM | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Sir Douglas Bader; Platinum Proof) 1981 coin.
