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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Sir Francis Chichester; Gold Proof 9ct
1981 year| Gold (.375) | 5.1 g | 22 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 | Gold (.375) |
| Weight | 5.1 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#406209 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Sir Francis Chichester, sailboat in background on left
Script: Latin
Lettering:
INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE DISABLED
SIR FRANCIS CHICHESTER
·ONE CROWN·
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued in a set of 4 coins to commemorate the International Year of the Disabled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1981 Isle of Man 1 Crown coin featuring Sir Francis Chichester is that it was issued to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Chichester's historic sailing voyage, during which he became the first person to sail solo around the world via the clipper route. The coin's design features a portrait of Chichester on the obverse, and a depiction of his sailing boat, the Gypsy Moth IV, on the reverse. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and sailing enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 PM | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 Francis Chichester; Gold Proof 9ct) 1981 coin.
