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⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II Tutankhamun - Anointing of the Pharaoh; Gold proof
2008 yearGold (.9999) | 6.22 g | - |
Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
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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 |
Numista | N#369119 |
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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 |
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2008 PM | 999 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Tutankhamun - Anointing of the Pharaoh; Gold proof) 2008 coin.