1 New Penny - Elizabeth II (Ring and celtic chain) 1971-1975 front 1 New Penny - Elizabeth II (Ring and celtic chain) 1971-1975 back
1 New Penny - Elizabeth II (Ring and celtic chain) 1971-1975 photo
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1 New Penny - Elizabeth II Ring and celtic chain

 
Bronze (97% Copper, 0.5% Tin, 2.5% Zinc) 3.56 g 20.32 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1971-1975
Value
1 Penny 0.01 IMP = USD 0.013
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Bronze (97% Copper, 0.5% Tin, 2.5% Zinc)
Weight
3.56 g
Diameter
20.32 mm
Thickness
1.58 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#9101
Rarity index
11%

Reverse

Ring chain pattern, based on 10th century Norse crossarms

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· ISLE OF MAN ·
ONE 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 1971-1975 Isle of Man 1 New Penny coin is that it features a unique design that reflects the island's Celtic and Viking heritage. The coin's obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse depicts a Celtic chain and ring, which are symbols of the island's rich cultural history. The coin's design was created by sculptor and engraver, Michael Rizzello, and it has become a popular collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1971  10000 - - - - - -
1972 PM 1000 - - - - - -
1973 PM 1000 - - - - - -
1974 PM 1000 - - - - - -
1975 PM 855000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 New Penny - Elizabeth II (Ring and celtic chain) 1971-1975 coin.