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½ Crown - Elizabeth II Leiv Eiriksson
1997 year| Silver (.9999) | 15.55 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | ½ Crown |
| Currency | Crown (1970-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.9999) |
| Weight | 15.55 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Thickness | 2.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#83433 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Portrait of Liev Eiriksson and Longboat in full sail
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LEIV EIRIKSSON 999-1001
½ CROWN
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1997 Isle of Man ½ Crown - Elizabeth II (Leiv Eiriksson) coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 1000th anniversary of the Viking explorer Leif Erikson's voyage to the New World. The coin's obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse depicts Leif Erikson's ship, the Karfi, sailing towards the horizon with the words "Leiv Eiriksson" and "1000 Years of History" inscribed above and below the ship. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only 15,000 minted, making it a sought-after piece for coin collectors and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 PM | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Crown - Elizabeth II (Leiv Eiriksson) 1997 coin.
