½ Crown - Elizabeth II (Norwegian Cat) 1991 front ½ Crown - Elizabeth II (Norwegian Cat) 1991 back
½ Crown - Elizabeth II (Norwegian Cat) 1991 photo
Obverse © Stacks Bowers – Reverse © Bullion Exchanges

½ Crown - Elizabeth II Norwegian Cat

1991 year
Gold (.9999) 15.56 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1991
Value
½ Crown
Currency
Crown (1970-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999)
Weight
15.56 g
Diameter
30 mm
Thickness
1.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#400051
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Norwegian Cat

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Au 1/2 oz.
CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1991 Isle of Man Elizabeth II (Norwegian Cat) ½ Crown coin is unique in that it features a cat on the reverse side, which is unusual for a coin. The cat is a Norwegian Forest Cat, which is a breed known for its thick, fluffy coat and friendly temperament. The inclusion of a cat on the coin may have been a nod to the Isle of Man's reputation for having a high population of cats, with some estimates suggesting that there are more cats than people on the island.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1991 PM 1000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Crown - Elizabeth II (Norwegian Cat) 1991 coin.