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1 Crown - Elizabeth II The Legend of St George - The Victor's Embrace
2017 year| Gold (.999) plated copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 1 Crown (0.25) |
| Currency | Crown Coinage (1967-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) plated copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#335265 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
St George and the princess encircled by the slain Dragon
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE LEGEND OF ST GEORGE
THE VICTORS EMBRACE
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Crown coin from Gibraltar featuring Elizabeth II and the Legend of St George - The Victor's Embrace is a unique and interesting coin due to its design. The coin's design features a gold-plated copper-nickel center, surrounded by a silver ring with an ornate design. This bi-metallic design adds an extra layer of complexity and beauty to the coin, making it stand out from other coins. Additionally, the coin's theme of St George and the dragon is a popular and enduring legend that has been depicted in art and literature for centuries, adding to the coin's cultural significance.
