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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Sir Francis Drake
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#229405 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SIR FRANCIS DRAKE C. 1540-1596
Golden Hind
ONE CROWN
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Sir Francis Drake) 2009 coin from Gibraltar is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 400th anniversary of Sir Francis Drake's circumnavigation of the world. The coin's reverse side features a depiction of Sir Francis Drake's ship, the Golden Hind, along with a map of the world and several navigational instruments. This design is a nod to Gibraltar's rich maritime history and its connection to Sir Francis Drake's famous voyage.
