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⅒ Crown - Elizabeth II Blue British Short Hair Cat
1999 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 | 1999 |
| 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#175574 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Blue British Short Hair cat cleaning its paws to right. Triskeles in shield at top, birds in flight in background, cat standing on platform lower right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
999·9
Au.1/10 oz.
CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design of Queen Elizabeth II, depicted as a Blue British Short Hair cat, which is a breed of domestic cat known for its distinctive blue-gray coat and short, dense fur. This design was created by the Isle of Man-based sculptor and coin designer, Ian Rank-Broadley, and it is one of the most iconic and sought-after designs in the Isle of Man's coinage series.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 PM | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅒ Crown - Elizabeth II (Blue British Short Hair Cat) 1999 coin.
