1 Crown - Elizabeth II Sir Thomas Lipton
1987 year| Copper-nickel | 28.47 g | 38.5 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1987 |
| Value | 1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.47 g |
| Diameter | 38.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#41028 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 69% |
Reverse
Bust of Sir Thomas Lipton and sailboat, one of the "Shamrock" he sailed trying to conquer the Cup.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE AMERICA'S CUP CHALLENGE FREMANTLE
SIR THOMAS LIPTON
1
CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1987 Isle of Man 1 Crown coin featuring Sir Thomas Lipton is that it was issued to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Lipton's birth. Sir Thomas Lipton was a Scottish businessman and yachtsman who founded the Lipton tea company and was known for his philanthropic work. The coin's design features a portrait of Lipton on the obverse and a depiction of his yacht, the Shamrock, on the reverse. The coin's mintage was limited to 50,000 pieces, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and fans of Lipton's history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 PM | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 Thomas Lipton) 1987 coin.
