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¼ Angel - Elizabeth II Archangel Michael; Maclouf couped head
1987 year| Gold (.917) | 8.483 g | - |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1987 |
| Value | ¼ Angel |
| Currency | Angel (1984-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 8.483 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#158718 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Archangel Michael slaying dragon, value below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FINE GOLD 1/4 OUNCE
ANGEL
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Privy marks:- (s) Golden Gate Bridge; Sinpex San Francisco
- (bb) Big Ben; Coinex London
- (SL) Saint Louis Arch; Silver Dollar Convention in Saint Louis
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design of Archangel Michael, depicted with a couped head, which means that his head is cut off at the neck, giving the impression that he is emerging from the clouds. This design was created by sculptor Michael Maclouf and is considered a distinctive feature of this coin.
