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1 Crown - Elizabeth II State Opening of Parliament
2005 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| 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#148544 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Queen Elizabeth sitting on throne reading Queen's Speech
Script: Latin
Lettering:
A ROYAL YEAR
State Opening of Parliament
ONE CROWN
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (State Opening of Parliament) 2005 coin from Gibraltar is that it features a unique design that commemorates the State Opening of Parliament, a significant event in the British political calendar. The coin's design depicts an image of Queen Elizabeth II in her coronation regalia, surrounded by symbols of the British parliamentary system, such as the Imperial State Crown, the Sovereign's Sceptre, and the Sovereign's Orb. This design is not found on any other coin, making it a distinctive and special piece for collectors.
