Isle of Man 1 crown Manx Cat KM-245 Cat Crowns MS 65 PCGS CuNi coin 1988

The 1988 Isle of Man 1 Crown KM-245 is a charming issue from the renowned Cat Crowns series, celebrating the iconic Manx cat, a breed closely associated with the Isle of Man. Famous for its naturally tailless appearance, the Manx is one of the island’s best-known living symbols and has been admired for centuries for its agility, intelligence, and loyal temperament. The reverse depicts a beautifully engraved standing Manx cat with a rounded body, powerful hind legs, short coat, expressive eyes, long whiskers, and distinctive tailless silhouette. Behind the cat are a calm seascape, Castle Rushen on the horizon, two flying seabirds, the Isle of Man triskelion above, decorative chains, and the denomination “1 CROWN.” The obverse features the elegant right-facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth II wearing the Imperial State Crown, necklace, and earrings, encircled by the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II • ISLE OF MAN • 1988.” Struck in copper-nickel and certified PCGS MS65, this collectible combines local heritage, exceptional engraving, and enduring appeal for cat lovers and world coin collectors alike.

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