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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Two hurdlers
1999 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#82940 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Two hurdlers over Sydney Opera House
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SUMMER OLYMPICS · SYDNEY
2000
OME CROWN
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1999 Isle of Man 1 Crown coin featuring Elizabeth II (Two Hurdlers) is that it was designed by sculptor and engraver, Ian Rank-Broadley. Rank-Broadley's design was chosen as the winning entry in a competition organized by the Isle of Man Government in 1998, and it was subsequently used on the coin's obverse (front side) to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's accession to the throne. The coin's reverse (back side) features a depiction of two athletes clearing hurdles, symbolizing the Isle of Man's rich athletic heritage and its commitment to promoting sports and physical fitness.
