Isle of Man 1 Crown - Elizabeth II "Penny Black" Gold Proof Issue (1990)
Circulating version: 1990 Isle of Man 1 Crown - Elizabeth II "Penny Black"
| Country | Isle of Man |
| Year | 1990 |
| Denomination | 1 Crown |
| Face value | 25p |
| Mintage | 1,000 |
| Mint | Pobjoy Mint · Tadworth |
| Circulation | Non-circulating |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 31.100g |
| Diameter | 38.6mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Obv. artist | Raphael David Maklouf |
| Rev. artist | William Wyon |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Tags | commemorative |
Right facing uncouped bust of Queen Elizabeth II, wearing the George IV State Diadem, incused legend and date around
ELIZABETH II ISLE OF MAN · 1990 RDM PM
Crowned head of Queen Victoria left within stamp
PENNY BLACK 150ᵗʰ ANNIVERSARY POSTAGE E ONE PENNY F 1 CROWN
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The 1990 Isle of Man 1 Crown - Elizabeth II "Penny Black" – Gold Proof Issue is a collector 1 crown coin, struck in gold (.999). It weighs 31.1g and measures 38.61mm across. Reverse design: Crowned head of Queen Victoria left within stamp.
1,000 were struck.
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How much is the 1990 Isle of Man 1 Crown - Elizabeth II "Penny Black" – Gold Proof Issue worth?
No verified sale of the 1990 Isle of Man 1 Crown - Elizabeth II "Penny Black" – Gold Proof Issue has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth up to £3,119 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How is the 1990 Isle of Man 1 Crown - Elizabeth II "Penny Black" – Gold Proof Issue different from the circulating coin?
This is a collector version of the 1990 Isle of Man 1 Crown - Elizabeth II "Penny Black", not the coin found in change. At 31.1g of gold (.999) it is heavier than the 28.47g nickel circulating coin, so weighing it is the quickest check.
How do I identify the 1990 Isle of Man 1 Crown - Elizabeth II "Penny Black" – Gold Proof Issue?
Check the weight 31.1g and diameter 38.61mm and the metal (gold (.999)) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.