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10 Pence - Charles III Common Heath Moth; Colourised
2023 year| Nickel plated steel | 6.5 g | 24.5 mm |
| Location | Guernsey |
|---|---|
| Issuing company | Westminster Collection |
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 10 Pence 0.10 GGP = USD 0.13 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Nickel plated steel |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#427068 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Colourised picture of a Common Heath Moth
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TEN PENCE
COMMON HEATH MOTH
Engraver: Mike Langman
Edge
Milled
Comment
One of the six coins with heathland animals:
Interesting fact
The Common Heath Moth featured on the 10 Pence coin is a species of moth that is found throughout much of the British Isles. It is known for its distinctive black and red markings, which are said to resemble a heathland landscape. The moth is also notable for its ability to produce a high-pitched whistle, which it uses to warn off predators.
