50 New Pence - Elizabeth II (Viking Ship) 1971-1975 front 50 New Pence - Elizabeth II (Viking Ship) 1971-1975 back
50 New Pence - Elizabeth II (Viking Ship) 1971-1975 photo
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50 New Pence - Elizabeth II Viking Ship

 
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 13.5 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1971-1975
Value
50 New Pence (0.50&nbspIMP)
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
13.5 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#9182
Rarity index
17%

Reverse

Sailing Viking longship

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· ISLE OF MAN ·
FIFTY NEW PENCE

Engraver: Christopher Ironside

Edge

Plain

Comment

The PM mint mark appears on the obverse below the Queen's bust for the coins from 1972. PM stands for the Pobjoy Mint.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 New Pence - Elizabeth II (Viking Ship) coin from the Isle of Man is that it features a unique design that reflects the island's history and culture. The coin's reverse side depicts a Viking longship, which is a nod to the island's Viking heritage and its history of Viking raids and settlements. The design also includes the Manx triskelion, a symbol of the Isle of Man that is derived from the island's coat of arms. This coin was minted from 1971 to 1975 and is a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1971  10000 - - - - - -
1972 PM 1000 - - - - - -
1973 PM 1000 - - - - - -
1974 PM 1000 - - - - - -
1975 PM 227000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 New Pence - Elizabeth II (Viking Ship) 1971-1975 coin.