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10 Pence - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait, large type

Issuer States of Guernsey
Year 1985-1990
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Engraver(s) Obverse: Raphael David Maklouf
Reverse: Robert Elderton
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Obverse description Right-facing crowned effigy of Queen Elizabeth II after the third portrait by Raphael David Maklouf, depicting the Queen wearing the George IV State Diadem, pearl drop earrings, and a pearl necklace. The designer's initials RDM appear incuse below the truncation of the bust. The Guernsey shield of three golden lions passant appears in the lower left field. The legend ELIZABETH II BAILIWICK OF GUERNSEY arcs along the upper periphery in Latin script.
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Reverse description Central device depicting a cluster of Guernsey tomatoes on the vine with stems and leaves rendered in fine relief, the design being characteristic of the island's celebrated horticultural produce. The numeral 10 appears prominently in the lower field beneath the central motif. The legend TEN PENCE arcs along the upper left periphery, with the date of issue inscribed along the upper right, all in Latin script.
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Mintage 1985 - - 110,000
1985 - Proof - 2,500
1986 - - 300,000
1986 - Proof - 2,500
1987 - - 250,000
1987 - Proof - 2,500
1988 - - 300,000
1988 - Proof - 2,500
1989 - - 200,000
1989 - Proof - 2,500
1990 - - 3,500
1990 - Proof - 700
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