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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Christmas
2017 year| Nickel brass | 11.7 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 IMP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 11.7 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#132244 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 67% |
Reverse
Dove flying right, legend around, denomination below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Shee oy row er y thallo (x6)
NOLLICK CHENNAL
£5
Translation: Peace on Earth. Merry Christmas
Edge
Reeded
Comment
This is one year issue of the Christmas series with the denomination 5 Pounds. After last issued 50p from this series in 2016 (in 2015 there were no coin issued), Isle of Man released for the Christmas this one coin with value 5 Pounds. Starting from the next year, the Christmas coins were bimetallic 2 Pounds.
Coin was issued in coloured card:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Isle of Man 5 Pound Christmas coin from 2017 is that it features a unique design that combines traditional Christmas symbols with Manx cultural elements. The reverse side of the coin depicts a Christmas tree decorated with ornaments and lights, surrounded by holly and mistletoe, which are traditional Christmas plants. However, the coin also includes a Manx cat, a breed of cat that originated on the Isle of Man, sitting at the base of the tree. This unique design blends the festive spirit of Christmas with the cultural heritage of the Isle of Man, making it a truly special and collectible coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Christmas) 2017 coin.
