20 Pence - Elizabeth II (Viking Arms and Armour) 1982-1983 front 20 Pence - Elizabeth II (Viking Arms and Armour) 1982-1983 back
20 Pence - Elizabeth II (Viking Arms and Armour) 1982-1983 photo
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20 Pence - Elizabeth II Viking Arms and Armour

 
Copper-nickel 5 g 21.4 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1982-1983
Value
20 Pence 0.20 IMP = USD 0.26
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
5 g
Diameter
21.4 mm
Shape
Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#10799
Rarity index
13%

Reverse

Medieval Norse history. Ship within small circle within artistic design with viking helmet above.
NOTE: Die mark letters to the left of 20

Script: Latin

Lettering:
20
AB

Engraver: Leslie Lindsay

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1982-1983 Isle of Man 20 Pence coin featuring Elizabeth II (Viking Arms and Armour) is that it was designed by sculptor and engraver, Michael Rizzello. Rizzello is known for his work on various coins and medals, including several other designs for the Isle of Man. The coin's design features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of a Viking warrior in armor on the other, with the Viking arms and armor motif being a nod to the Isle of Man's Viking heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1982 PM 25000 - - - - - -
1983 PM - - - - - -

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