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70 ECUs - Elizabeth II Eurotunnel
1993 year| Silver (.999) | 155.5 g | 65 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1993 |
| Value | 70 ECUs |
| Currency | ECU (1990-1996) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 155.5 g |
| Diameter | 65 mm |
| Thickness | 5.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#278329 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Trains exiting tunnel
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Eurotunnel
England
France
70 ECUS
GIBRALTAR
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Engraver of obverse seems to be RDM as per inscription on bust. Mint is PM as per inscription below bust and stands for Pobjoy Mint. This series has Ecus 14 and 21 coins of same design.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the opening of the Channel Tunnel, also known as the Eurotunnel, which connects England and France. The coin's design features an image of Queen Elizabeth II and the Eurotunnel tunnel bores, symbolizing the connection between the two countries.
