5 Pence - Elizabeth II (Laxey Wheel; Silver) 1976-1979 front 5 Pence - Elizabeth II (Laxey Wheel; Silver) 1976-1979 back
5 Pence - Elizabeth II (Laxey Wheel; Silver) 1976-1979 photo
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5 Pence - Elizabeth II Laxey Wheel; Silver

 
Silver (.925) 6.5 g 23.59 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1976-1979
Value
5 Pence (0.05&nbspIMP)
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
6.5 g
Diameter
23.59 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#68714
Rarity index
57%

Reverse

The Laxey Wheel, Lady Isabella, superimposed over topographical map of Man

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ISLE OF MAN
· FIVE PENCE ·

Engraver: Barry Stanton

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 5 Pence - Elizabeth II (Laxey Wheel; Silver) 1976-1979 from Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) is that it features a unique design that showcases the Laxey Wheel, a historic waterwheel located in the village of Laxey on the Isle of Man. The coin's design highlights the wheel's significance as a symbol of the island's industrial heritage and its role in powering the island's mining industry in the 19th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1976 PM 20000 - - - - - -
1977 PM 10000 - - - - - -
1978 PM 10000 - - - - - -
1979 PM 10000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pence - Elizabeth II (Laxey Wheel; Silver) 1976-1979 coin.