1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Tutankhamun - Canopic Coffinette) 2008 front 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Tutankhamun - Canopic Coffinette) 2008 back
1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Tutankhamun - Canopic Coffinette) 2008 photo
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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Tutankhamun - Canopic Coffinette

2008 year
Bronze 29 g 56.2 mm
Description
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
Bronze
Weight
29 g
Diameter
56.2 mm
Shape
Triangular
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#72988
Rarity index
77%

Reverse

A miniature coffin, being one of four miniature coffins which contain the internal organs removed from Tutankhamun's body during mummification. The cartouches on either side of the coffin spell in hieroglyphics the young pharaoh's nomen or birth name Tutankhamun, meaning 'Living image of Amun' and his preanomen or throne name Nebkheperure, which translates as 'Lord of the Forms of Re'

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 King Tutankhamun's Canopic Coffinette, which is a rare and significant artifact from ancient Egypt. The coffinette was discovered in Tutankhamun's tomb and is believed to have held the king's internal organs during his mummification process. The image on the coin provides a unique glimpse into the rich history and culture of ancient Egypt, making it a fascinating collector's item for coin enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2008 PM 100000 - - - - - -

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