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1 Pound - Elizabeth II Peregrine Falcon and Raven
| Nickel brass | 9.5 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2017-2021 |
| Value | 1 Pound 1 IMP = USD 1.31 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 9.5 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#111182 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Encircled Manx three-legged symbol above a Peregrine Falcon and a Raven with the value below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
POUND
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Produced at the Tower Mint, London.Note: there are two versions of the obverse for 2017.
The original (on left) was very flat, and the Isle of Man government was not happy,
so ordered more (on right) but with a better head.
Dexter the Falcon features on the coat of arms as homage to King Henry IV, who in 1405 asked that the King be presented with two Falcons on Coronation Day.
Sinister the Raven represents the strong Viking element in the Manx history. Odin the Norse god was always accompanied two Ravens.
Interesting fact
The Peregrine Falcon and Raven design on the 1 Pound coin from the Isle of Man features a unique aspect – the Peregrine Falcon is depicted in a diving pose, with its wings closed, while the Raven is shown in a flying pose, with its wings spread. This design represents the contrast between the two birds' hunting styles, with the Peregrine Falcon being a fast and agile hunter, and the Raven being a scavenger that feeds on carrion.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2018 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Peregrine Falcon and Raven) 2017-2021 coin.
