½ Penny - Elizabeth II (stylized herring; .925 fine silver) 1982-1983 front ½ Penny - Elizabeth II (stylized herring; .925 fine silver) 1982-1983 back
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½ Penny - Elizabeth II stylized herring; .925 fine silver

 
Silver (.925) 2.1 g 17.14 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1982-1983
Value
½ Penny (0.005&nbspIMP)
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
2.1 g
Diameter
17.14 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#91386
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Stylized Atlantic Herring based on Silver Niello Ornament and tracery

Script: Latin

Lettering: 1/2

Engraver: Leslie Lindsay

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique stylized herring design on the reverse side, which was created by the Manx artist, John S. Kewley. The design is a nod to the Isle of Man's rich fishing industry and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1982 PM 10000 - - - - - -
1983 PM 5000 - - - - - -

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 (stylized herring; .925 fine silver) 1982-1983 coin.