© Coinsberg
© Coinsberg
1 Crown - Elizabeth II Year of the Snake; Silver Proof
2001 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2001 |
| Value | 1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#408826 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Snake, chinese characters on left, inscription above, denomination below.
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
YEAR OF THE SNAKE
1 CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2001 Isle of Man 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Year of the Snake; Silver Proof) coin is that it features a unique design that blends traditional Manx symbols with Chinese astrology. The reverse side of the coin depicts a snake curled around a Celtic cross, which represents the Year of the Snake in the Chinese zodiac. This design was created by Manx artist, Michael Parkinson, and it is a distinctive feature of this coin that sets it apart from other coins in the series.
