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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Vickers VC
2008 year| Copper-nickel | 28.3 g | 38.7 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 1 Crown (0.25) |
| Currency | Crown Coinage (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.3 g |
| Diameter | 38.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#44712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
VICKERS VC 10 views from the side and above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISTORY OF THE ROYAL AIR FORCE VICKERS VC10 ONE CROWN
Interesting fact
The 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Vickers VC10) 2008 coin from Gibraltar features a unique design, showcasing an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and the Vickers VC10 aircraft on the other. The Vickers VC10 was a British jet airliner that entered service in 1964 and was known for its distinctive rear-mounted engines and sleek design. The coin's design serves as a nod to Gibraltar's aviation history and its connection to the UK.
