Sir Winston Churchill Memorial Coin feat Elizabeth II Dei Gratia Regina

~ Accepting Offers ~ In 1965, to commemorate the death of Sir Winston Churchill the Royal Mint struck a limited issue commemorative crown coin. This 1965 Coin was only the second English Crown to show the bust of a Commoner, the first being that of Cromwell in 1658. The reverse designed by Arnold Machin has the portrait of Sir Winston Churchill facing right, wearing his now famous Siren Suit, designed by Oscar Nemon and is a worthy memorial to a Famous Englishman. The obverse is the laur portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Arnold Machin. Year of issue 1965 Denomination Crown Total weight 28.28 gram Diameter 38.61mm Metal/Alloy Cupro Nickel Minted by the Royal Mint Plastic case has one hinge broken (please see the picture)