1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Tynwald) 1979 front 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Tynwald) 1979 back
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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Tynwald

1979 year
Silver (.925) 28.62 g 38.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1979
Value
1 Crown (0.25&nbspIMP)
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.62 g
Diameter
38.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#192422
Rarity index
77%

Reverse

Flemish carrak , St. Michael's Isle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
·MILLENNIUM OF TYNWALD·
·ONE CROWN·

Engraver: Leslie Lindsay

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Coin 3 of 5: The 15th and 16th centuries
are represented by a Flemish Carrack of the 15th century. This sturdy vessel was the forerunner of the galleon, and usually had three masts. The bowsprit was greatly extended and these ships had a characteristic deep sheer fore and aft curvature, were clinker built, and had double rows of gun ports. Square sails were carried on the foremast and mainmast. In the background is St. Michael's Island, near the present Ronaldsway Airport, where Sir John Stanley, Lord of Man, codified the laws of the Island in 1429. To left and right can be seen Derby Fort and St. Michael's Chapel.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1979 Isle of Man 1 Crown coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting the Tynwald Hill, which is a historic landmark on the island and the site of the annual Tynwald Day ceremony, where the island's laws are proclaimed.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1979 PM 10000 - - - - - -

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