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1 Crown - Melkor Angband, iron
| Issuer | Mordor |
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| Obverse description | Central device depicts a stylized iron crown with multiple upright prongs, referencing the Iron Crown of Morgoth (Melkor) from Tolkien's legendarium. Three decorative dots are arranged at the base of the crown within the field. Below the crown, a Cirth (Dwarf rune) inscription is struck in the lower portion of the field. The entire design is enclosed within a beaded border. |
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| Reverse description | A winged dragon or great worm, identifiable as a Tolkien-inspired creature of Angband, is depicted in high relief occupying the majority of the field. The beast is shown full-bodied with wings spread, coiled tail, and fire or smoke issuing from its mouth toward the lower field. Rocky terrain is suggested at the base of the design. A Cirth inscription appears along the lower field. The composition is enclosed within a beaded border. |
| Reverse script | Cirth |
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