👑 1965 Great Britain 1 Crown - Churchill - Rotated Die Error (0°–15°)

Offered here is the distinctive 1965 Great Britain One Crown commemorative coin, honoring Sir Winston Churchill, featuring a minor rotated die error of between 0 to 15 degrees from the normal medal alignment. This large-format coin is a sought-after piece due to its historical significance and the subtle but definable mint error.

🔍 Coin Details

• Year: 1965

• Country: United Kingdom (Queen Elizabeth II)

• Denomination: 1 Crown 

• Error Type: Rotated Die (0°–15° from normal medal alignment)

• Mintage: 19,640,000 (Standard Circulating Issue)

• Composition: Copper-Nickel

• Weight: 28.28 g

• Diameter: 38.61 mm

• Edge: Reeded

• Normal Orientation: Medal alignment 

• Catalog Reference: KM# 910

🔄 Die Rotation Error

The normal striking alignment for this coin is Medal Alignment meaning when the coin is turned over horizontally, the reverse design should be right-side up. This particular coin exhibits a subtle rotation of less than 15 degrees, indicating a slight shift in the dies during the striking process. This type of minor rotation is a definable and collectible mint error, making the coin unique.

🇬🇧 Design Details

• Obverse (Mary Gillick): Young laureate bust of Queen Elizabeth II facing right. Legend: ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA F·D· 1965.

• Reverse (Oscar Nemon): Sombre portrait of Sir Winston Churchill facing right, with the legend CHURCHILL above.

💡 Key Highlights

• Minor Mint Error: The subtle die rotation makes this piece distinct from the nearly 20 million standard strikes, appealing to error collectors.

• Historic Commemoration: Issued in honor of Sir Winston Churchill following his death, breaking tradition by featuring a commoner.

• Large Format: A substantial and heavy coin

• A great piece for collectors of British coinage and mint error varieties.

📦 Shipping & Packaging

• 📬 Ships to all U.S. addresses, including PR, Guam, APO, FPO, and DPO

• 🛡️ Secure packaging in protective coin flips or capsules plus padded mailer

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