The first one pound was circulated in the UK in 1983 to replace the outgoing Pound Notes. The original 'round pound' was a hallmark of British change for over three decades featuring many different designs released annually each pertaining to the four nations of the United Kingdom. 
 
In 2017 a new 12-sided bi-metallic design for the pound coin was announced replacing the original round design which was eventually removed from circulation. 
 
In 2023 the £1 coin was updated again with a new definitive design forming part of the King Charles Flora and Fauna collection. This coin depicts some of the different bee species found in Great Britain.
 
We specialise in circulated £1 coins from the UK but also have a selection from The Isle of Man, Gibraltar and The Falkland Islands. 
 
1983 Guernsey HMS Crescent £1 Coin
 
HMS Crescent played a significant role in the history of the channel Islands during the French Revolutionary wars. In 1793 Captain James Saumarez (1757-1836) whilst in command of the Crescent captured a French Frigate in a single ship action.
 
This coin circulated in Guernsey only. Coin is in circulated condition. 
 
Obverse - Coat of arms of Guernsey (no monarch portrait - see photo)
 Reverse - HMS Crescent (designed by Robert Elderton)
 
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