1 Crown - Elizabeth II Slalom skier
1998 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 1 Crown (0.25) |
| Currency | Crown Coinage (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#167295 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Slalom skier, Zenkoji temple
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Winter Olympics
Japan
1
Crown
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1998 Gibraltar 1 Crown coin featuring Elizabeth II (Slalom skier) is unique in that it was the first coin to feature a moving image. The coin features a slalom skier in motion, created using a technique called "micro-sculpture" where the image is raised and lowered on the surface of the coin, giving the illusion of movement. This innovative design was a first for coinage and adds an extra layer of interest and collectibility to the coin.
