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10 Pence - Elizabeth II Hen Harrier
| Issuer | States of Guernsey |
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| Year | 2022 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
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| Obverse description | The obverse features the fourth definitive effigy of Queen Elizabeth II in right-facing profile, as sculpted by Ian Rank-Broadley, depicting the Queen wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara with necklace and earrings visible. The truncation of the bust is signed with the engraver's initials IRB. The surrounding legend reads ELIZABETH II BAILIWICK OF GUERNSEY, with the date 2022 appearing at the lower right of the field. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse presents a naturalistic rendition of a Hen Harrier (Circus cyaneus) in full flight, depicted with wings broadly outstretched and slightly raised, the bird's plumage rendered in fine detail by engraver Mike Langman. The bird occupies the central field, viewed from slightly below with head turned to the right and tail fanned. The denomination legend TEN PENCE arcs across the upper periphery, while the species identification HEN HARRIER curves along the lower periphery. |
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| Edge | Reeded |
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