1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Vasco da Gama) 1998 front 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Vasco da Gama) 1998 back
1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Vasco da Gama) 1998 photo
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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Vasco da Gama

1998 year
Copper-nickel 28.28 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1998
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
3.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#120594
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Vasco bust, Ship and African map

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VASCO DA GAMA
1460-1524
1 CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Vasco da Gama 1 Crown coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 500th anniversary of Vasco da Gama's voyage to India. The coin's reverse side depicts a portrait of Vasco da Gama, along with a map of his journey and a compass, symbolizing his pioneering spirit and the significant impact of his discovery on the world.