England's esteemed Pobjoy Mint created this intriguing crown for the Isle of Man in commemoration of the 500th anniversary of Henry VIII's accession to the throne. The majestic monarch, known for his many wives, is shown surrounded by all six spouses in the order of marriage. A popular memory aid for the fates of Henry's wives is "divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived." All seven figures are accented by Tudor Roses, a traditional emblem of Henry's dynasty. Queen Elizabeth II obverse. Copper-nickel.
38.6mm
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