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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Working Dogs
2014 year| Gold plated copper-nickel | 28.5 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Tristan da Cunha (Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2014 |
| Value | 1 Crown |
| Currency | Crown (1978-date) |
| Composition | Gold plated copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.5 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#381539 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Soldier with a dog in centre with dates below, in front of a partial coloured Union flag within a wreath, above value, with bugles to left & right
Lettering:
MAN'S BEST FRIEND IN WAR
1914-1918
WORKING DOGS
ONE CROWN
Edge
Milled
Comment
This is 1 of 22 coins in the commemorative set minted by The Commonwealth Mint in Bristol, EnglandInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases various working dog breeds, such as the Labrador Retriever, German Shepherd, and Border Collie, which are popular breeds known for their intelligence, loyalty, and work ethic. The coin's design highlights the important role that these dogs play in various industries and activities, such as search and rescue, guiding the blind, and herding livestock. The coin's gold plating and copper-nickel composition also add to its aesthetic appeal and collectibility.
