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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Tutankhamun - Canopic Coffinette; 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#290402 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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 a unique design, showcasing the Canopic Coffinette of Tutankhamun, an ancient Egyptian pharaoh. The coffinette was discovered in Tutankhamun's tomb and is believed to have been used to store his internal organs during mummification. The coin's design is a nod to the rich history and culture of ancient Egypt, making it a fascinating collector's item for anyone interested in history, archaeology, or numismatics.
