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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II King Alfred
2008 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.60 mm |
| Issuer | British Virgin Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 1 Dollar (1 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.60 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#96552 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
King Of Wessex Alfred The Great.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ALFRED REX
PM
$1
IRB
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 2008 $1 Elizabeth II (King Alfred) coin from the British Virgin Islands features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins in the series. The coin's reverse side depicts a portrait of King Alfred, a legendary king of Wessex who ruled in the 9th century, surrounded by a border of Celtic knotwork. This design was chosen to commemorate the 1,000th anniversary of King Alfred's death, which occurred in 899 AD. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, as is customary for coins issued by the British Virgin Islands.
