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⅒ Crown - Elizabeth II Bengal Cat
2002 year| Gold (.9999) | 3.11 g | 17.95 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2002 |
| Value | ⅒ Crown (0.1) |
| Currency | Crown (1970-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 3.11 g |
| Diameter | 17.95 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#401863 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bengal Cat standing to left facing, with kitten. Triskeles in shield at top, birds in flight in background, cat standing on platform lower right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Au 1/10 oz.
CROWN
PM
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Bengal Cat coin, minted in 2002, is a unique and rare coin featuring an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a Bengal cat on the other. It's made of 99.99% gold and weighs 3.11 grams. Interestingly, the coin was minted in the Isle of Man, which is a self-governing British Crown dependency located in the Irish Sea between England and Ireland. The coin's design and the fact that it's made of gold make it a highly sought-after collector's item among coin enthusiasts and cat lovers.