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5 New Pence - Elizabeth II Tower of Refuge
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 5.65 g | 23.59 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1971-1975 |
| Value | 5 New Pence (0.05 IMP) |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 5.65 g |
| Diameter | 23.59 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#6524 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Tower of Refuge, erected in 1832 on rock near the mouth of Douglas Harbor
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· ISLE OF MAN ·
FIVE NEW PENCE
Engraver: Christopher Ironside
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The PM mint mark is found on the obverse below the Queen's bust. PM stands for the Pobjoy Mint.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 New Pence - Elizabeth II (Tower of Refuge) coin from the Isle of Man is that it features a unique design on the reverse side, which depicts a representation of the Tower of Refuge, a small tower built on a rocky outcrop in the sea off the coast of the Isle of Man. The tower was constructed in 1832 and served as a refuge for shipwrecked sailors. The coin's design was created by the Manx artist, John S. Kells, and it has become a distinctive feature of the Isle of Man's coinage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1972 PM | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1973 PM | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1974 PM | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 PM | 1400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 New Pence - Elizabeth II (Tower of Refuge) 1971-1975 coin.
