½ New Penny - Elizabeth II (Ragwort) 1971-1975 front ½ New Penny - Elizabeth II (Ragwort) 1971-1975 back
½ New Penny - Elizabeth II (Ragwort) 1971-1975 photo
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½ New Penny - Elizabeth II Ragwort

 
Bronze (97% Copper, 0.5% Tin, 2.5% Zinc) 1.78 g 17.14 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1971-1975
Value
½ New Penny (0.005&nbspIMP)
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Bronze (97% Copper, 0.5% Tin, 2.5% Zinc)
Weight
1.78 g
Diameter
17.14 mm
Thickness
1.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#6900
Rarity index
9%

Reverse

Jacobaea vulgaris - Common Ragwort (Cushag), national flower

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· ISLE OF MAN ·
HALF NEW PENNY

Engraver: Christopher Ironside

Edge

Plain

Comment

The PM mint mark appears on the obverse below the Queen's bust for the coins from 1972. PM stands for the Pobjoy Mint.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ New Penny - Elizabeth II (Ragwort) coin from the Isle of Man is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a ragwort plant, which is a common wildflower found on the island. This design was chosen to represent the Isle of Man's natural beauty and diversity of flora.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1971  10000 - - - - - -
1972 PM 1000 - - - - - -
1973 PM 1000 - - - - - -
1974 PM 1000 - - - - - -
1975 PM 705610 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ New Penny - Elizabeth II (Ragwort) 1971-1975 coin.