⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Manx Cat) 1988 front ⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Manx Cat) 1988 back
⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Manx Cat) 1988 photo
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⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II Manx Cat

1988 year
Gold (.9999) 6.22 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1988
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
References
Numista
N#107942
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Manx cat standing right, triskeles in shield at top, birds in flight in background, castle lower right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
·9999
FINE 1/5 oz.GOLD
CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Manx Cat coin is a unique and interesting collector's item, as it features a cat with no tail, which is a nod to the Isle of Man's tailless cat breed.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1988 PM 5000 - - - - - -

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