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⅒ Crown - Elizabeth II Penny Black
1990 year| Gold (.999) | 3.11 g | 17.95 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1990 |
| Value | ⅒ Crown (0.1) |
| Currency | Crown (1970-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 3.11 g |
| Diameter | 17.95 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#262167 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Penny Black, Great Britain’s first postage stamp.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PENNY BLACK 150th ANNIVERSARY
POSTAGE
E F
ONE PENNY
1/10
CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1990 Isle of Man Penny Black coin is that it features a unique reverse design that depicts a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by a pattern of interlocking pentagons. This design was created by the artist, Leslie Durbin, and was specifically commissioned for this coin. The use of pentagons in the design is a nod to the Penny Black, the first adhesive postage stamp, which was introduced in the United Kingdom in 1840 and featured a similar pattern of interlocking pentagons. The coin's gold composition and limited mintage of 30,000 pieces also make it a highly sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 PM | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Penny Black) 1990 coin.
