1 Crown - Elizabeth II (World Cup Japan-Korea - kicking left)

This 2002 Isle of Man crown was minted to commemorate the FIFA World Cup held in Japan and South Korea. As a British Crown Dependency, the Isle of Man frequently commissions thematic coins featuring Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse to celebrate international sporting events, serving both as legal tender on the island and as commemorative keepsakes for the global numismatic market.

The reverse of the coin features a dynamic depiction of a footballer in motion, specifically illustrating a player kicking a ball toward the left. This design reflects the visual language typical of early 21st-century commemorative coinage, which often prioritized kinetic, representational art to capture the energy of the sport. Like many issues from the Isle of Man Treasury during this period, the coin was produced in various finishes, including base metal and precious metal variants, intended primarily for collectors and enthusiasts of both football history and Commonwealth numismatics.