1 Crown - Elizabeth II Vancouver Olympic - Snow Sports
| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 2009-2010 |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#161267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Torch at center of four sports, ski jump, snowboarding, biathlon and slalom
Script: Latin
Lettering: Vancouver 2010 Olympic
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases snow sports, such as skiing and snowboarding, in celebration of the 2010 Winter Olympics held in Vancouver, Canada. The design is the work of artist Neil Ward and features a stylized depiction of snowflakes and snow-covered mountains in the background, with athletes performing various snow sports in the foreground. This coin is a rare and collectible item for both coin enthusiasts and fans of the Olympic Games.
