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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Tutankhamun - Anointing of the Pharaoh; Silver proof
2008 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 56.2 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 1 Crown 0.25 IMP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 56.2 mm |
| Shape | Triangular |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#290403 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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
CROWN
Edge
Alternately smooth and milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Tutankhamun, an Egyptian pharaoh who ruled from approximately 1332 to 1323 BCE, on the reverse side. The design depicts Tutankhamun being anointed as pharaoh, surrounded by symbols and hieroglyphics from ancient Egyptian culture. This coin is a unique blend of British and Egyptian history and culture, making it a fascinating collector's item for those interested in numismatics, history, and archaeology.
