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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Sir Douglas Bader; Silver Proof
1981 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 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 | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#385551 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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
Comment
Issue formed part of the 4-coin set - International Year of the DisabledInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1981 Sir Douglas Bader Silver Proof 1 Crown coin from the Isle of Man is that it features a unique design depicting a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a portrait of Sir Douglas Bader on the other. Sir Douglas Bader was a British pilot and war hero who lost his legs during World War II and went on to become a successful businessman and advocate for the disabled. The coin was issued to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Bader's birth and is considered a rare and collectible item among coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 PM | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Silver Proof) 1981 coin.
