⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Tutankhamun - Anointing of the Pharaoh; Gold proof) 2008 front ⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Tutankhamun - Anointing of the Pharaoh; Gold proof) 2008 back
⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Tutankhamun - Anointing of the Pharaoh; Gold proof) 2008 photo
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⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II Tutankhamun - Anointing of the Pharaoh; Gold proof

2008 year
Gold (.9999) 6.22 g -
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2008
Value
⅕ Crown
Currency
Crown (1970-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999)
Weight
6.22 g
Shape
Triangular
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#369119
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

The pharaoh's queen anointing her young husband with perfume, which appears on the back of Tutankhamun's throne

Scripts: Hieroglyphic, Latin

Lettering:
1/5
CROWN

Edge

Alternately smooth and milled

Comment

Struck in association with the National Geographic exhibition Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs.

Accompanied by original case of issue, a 185 x 185 x 155mm pyramidal box resembling the Pyramid of Giza and COA.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Anointing of the Pharaoh, which is a significant event in ancient Egyptian history. The coin's design is inspired by the famous tomb of Tutankhamun, which was discovered in 1922 by Howard Carter. The coin's gold proof finish and high level of detail make it a valuable collector's item for those interested in ancient history and numismatics.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2008 PM 999 - - - - - -

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