2 Pence - Elizabeth II (Shearwater) 1976-1979 front 2 Pence - Elizabeth II (Shearwater) 1976-1979 back
2 Pence - Elizabeth II (Shearwater) 1976-1979 photo
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2 Pence - Elizabeth II Shearwater

 
Bronze 7.12 g 25.91 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1976-1979
Value
2 Pence 0.02 IMP = USD 0.026
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
7.12 g
Diameter
25.91 mm
Thickness
1.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#9857
Rarity index
9%

Reverse

Manx shearwater in flight, superimposed over topographical map of Man

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ISLE OF MAN
· TWO PENCE ·

Engraver: Barry Stanton

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1976-1979 Isle of Man 2 Pence coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the traditional depiction of the British monarch, the coin features a portrait of a shearwater bird in flight, which is a species of seabird that is native to the Isle of Man. This design was chosen to highlight the island's rich wildlife and natural beauty.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1976 PM 800000 - - - - - -
1977 PM 1000000 - - - - - -
1978 PM - - - - - -
1979 PM 10000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Pence - Elizabeth II (Shearwater) 1976-1979 coin.