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⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II Birman Cat
1998 year| Gold (.9999) | 6.22 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | ⅕ Crown |
| Currency | Crown (1970-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 6.22 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#406172 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Birman Cat
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Au 1/5 oz.
CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Birman Cat coin, minted in 1998, is a unique and rare coin featuring the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a Birman cat on the other. It's made of 99.99% gold and weighs 6.22 grams. Interestingly, the Birman cat breed is known for its distinctive white "gloves" on its paws, which are said to resemble the fur of the sacred cat of the Buddhist goddess of mercy. This coin is a beautiful representation of the fusion of human and feline elegance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 PM | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Birman Cat) 1998 coin.
