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1 Crown - Elizabeth II VE Day
2005 yearCopper-nickel | 25 g | 38.61 mm |
Issuer | Nightingale Island (Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha) |
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Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2005 |
Value | 1 Crown |
Currency | Crown (1978-date) |
Composition | Copper-nickel |
Weight | 25 g |
Diameter | 38.61 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-08 |
Numista | N#83921 |
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Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
60TH ANNIVERSARY OF VICTORY IN EUROPE DAY
1945-2005 VE
ONE CROWN
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 60th anniversary of VE Day (Victory in Europe Day), which marked the end of World War II in Europe. The coin's design features an image of Queen Elizabeth II, along with the inscription "VE DAY 1945-2005" and the mint year "2005". The coin's mintage was limited to 10,000 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.