⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Year of the Ocean - Wave) 1998 front ⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Year of the Ocean - Wave) 1998 back
⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Year of the Ocean - Wave) 1998 photo
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⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II Year of the Ocean - Wave

1998 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
1998
Value
1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-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#430332
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

The Ocean's wave, a bird above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
YEAR OF THE OCEAN
999.9
Au 1/5 oz
CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Photo from Pobjoy Priority Collectors News:

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1998 Isle of Man ⅕ Crown - Elizabeth II (Year of the Ocean - Wave) gold coin is that it features a unique wave design on its reverse side, which was created by sculptor and engraver, Robert Elderton. The wave design is meant to symbolize the power and movement of the ocean, and it adds a distinctive touch to the coin's design.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1998 PM 5000 - - - - - -

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