1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Wright Flyer; Platinum Proof) 1983 front 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Wright Flyer; Platinum Proof) 1983 back
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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Wright Flyer; Platinum Proof

1983 year
Platinum (.950) 52 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1983
Value
1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Platinum (.950)
Weight
52 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#387912
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Wright Flyer

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BICENTENARY OF MANNED FLIGHT
ONE CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1983 Isle of Man Wright Flyer Platinum Proof 1 Crown coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Wright brothers' first powered flight, which took place on December 17, 1903. The coin's reverse side depicts an image of the Wright Flyer aircraft, along with the dates "1903" and "1983," and the words "Wright Brothers" and "First Powered Flight." This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only 25,000 minted, making it a sought-after piece for coin enthusiasts and aviation history buffs.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1983 PM 50 - - - - - -

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