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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Wright Brothers
1995 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1995 |
| 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 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#83246 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
The Wright Brother's airplane
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MAN IN FLIGHT
WRIGHT BROTHER'S
1903
1
CROWN
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The 1995 Wright Brothers 1 Crown coin from the Isle of Man features a unique design that showcases the Wright Brothers' historic flight, with an image of the Wright Flyer and the words "Wright Brothers 1903" on the reverse side. This coin is a non-circulating commemorative coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation and was instead produced to mark a specific event or anniversary. It is made of copper-nickel and weighs 28.28 grams.
