⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Tonkinese Cat) 2004 front ⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Tonkinese Cat) 2004 back
⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Tonkinese Cat) 2004 photo
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⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II Tonkinese Cat

2004 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
2004
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#401872
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two Tonkinese kittens facing each other, playing with butterflies. Triskeles in shield at top, birds in flight in background, cat standing on platform lower right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PM
Au. 1/5 oz.
CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Tonkinese Cat) 2004 coin from the Isle of Man is that it features a unique design that showcases a Tonkinese cat, a breed known for its distinctive pointed coat pattern, sitting on the lap of Queen Elizabeth II. This design was created by artist M.C. Mundy and was only produced for a limited time, making it a rare and collectible coin for both cat lovers and numismatists.