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½ Penny - Elizabeth II F.A.O. Food For All; silver
1977 year| Silver (.925) | 2.10 g | 17.14 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1977 |
| Value | ½ Penny (0.005 IMP) |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 2.10 g |
| Diameter | 17.14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#52001 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Clupea harengus-Atlantic Herring superimposed over topographical map of Man
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ISLE OF MAN
F.A.O.
FOOD FOR ALL
HALF PENNY
Engraver: Barry Stanton
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1977 Isle of Man ½ Penny coin is that it was issued to commemorate the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations' "Food for All" program, which aimed to eradicate world hunger and malnutrition. The coin's design features a stylized image of a wheat ear and the FAO's logo, symbolizing the organization's mission to promote food security and sustainable agriculture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 PM | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Penny - Elizabeth II (F.A.O. Food For All; silver) 1977 coin.
