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1 Crown - Elizabeth II New York Alley Cat
1990 year| Copper-nickel | 28.47 g | 38.5 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1990 |
| Value | 1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.47 g |
| Diameter | 38.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#32673 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 54% |
Reverse
Alley cat sitting to right, looking left. Triskeles within shield at top, two birds in flight top left, cat standing on platform lower right.
NOTE: Alley Cat. One of life's great survivors, the cat has adapted to the hazards and pressures of big city life better than practically any other animal - including man. New York's famous streetwise Alley Cats - celebrated in the popular "Top Cat" cartoon series - are immortalized in loving detail on the reverse of this award-winning 1990 coin.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
CROWN
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1990 Isle of Man 1 Crown coin featuring Elizabeth II (New York Alley Cat) is that it was part of a series of coins issued by the Isle of Man to commemorate the 450th anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth I. The coin's design, featuring a cat, was inspired by the popularity of cats in the Isle of Man and the fact that they are often referred to as "Manx cats." The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 PM | 250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (New York Alley Cat) 1990 coin.
