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1 Crown - Elizabeth II The Battle of Sedan
2006 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 36.6 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2006 |
| Value | 1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 36.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#162073 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Von Moltke is shown in the foreground and a Prussian picklehause is shown below. In the background shows street fighting in the suburbs of Sedan
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE BATTLE OF SEDAN
1870 VON MOLTKE
1 CROWN
Interesting fact
The 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (The Battle of Sedan) 2006 coin from the Isle of Man features a unique design that commemorates the 400th anniversary of the Battle of Sedan, which took place in 1644 during the Thirty Years' War. The coin's design depicts a scene from the battle, with soldiers and horses in the foreground and a castle in the background. This coin is interesting because it highlights the historical significance of the Battle of Sedan and its impact on European history. Additionally, the coin's copper-nickel composition and 28.28g weight make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
