Here we have this fantastic new design 10 Pence "MANX CAT" coin from Isle of Man in uncirculated condition taken from mint bags.
2017 Isle of Man Decimal Coin Set
For the year of 2017, Tower Mint Ltd on behalf of the Isle of Man Government has issued a new collection of circulating coins.
These designs offer a modern and up to date style whilst focusing on Manx and Isle of Man related landmarks, themes and traditions.
The currency designs will be completed on the following denominations; Five Pence, Ten Pence, Twenty Pence, Fifty Pence, One Pound, Two Pounds and Five Pounds.
Background
These designs meet the criteria for coins, as they are reflective of the Isle of Man. The collection of designs portrays a combination of historic landmarks, themes and traditions of the Isle of Man. The obverse depicts the approved Queen Elizabeth II effigy portrait, created by Jody Clark for the use on Crown dependencies and Commonwealth countries.
Ten Pence- Manx Cat
The Ten Pence design depicts the famous Isle of Man, Manx cat best known as being entirely tailless; this is the most distinguishing characteristic of the breed, along with elongated hind legs and a rounded head.