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

1975 year
Silver (.925) 15.5 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1975
Value
50 Pence 0.50 IMP = USD 0.66
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
15.5 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Heptagonal (7-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#136886
Rarity index
77%

Reverse

Sailing Viking longship

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· ISLE OF MAN ·
FIFTY NEW PENCE

Engraver: Christopher Ironside

Edge

Plain

Comment

The PM mint mark is found on the obverse below the Queen's bust. PM stands for the Pobjoy Mint.

 

 

Silver version of the first series of decimal coins was issued only in Brilliant Uncirculated Set in 1975:

 

 

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 New Pence - Elizabeth II (Viking Ship; Silver) 1975 from Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) is that it features a unique design that showcases the Viking heritage of the Isle of Man. The coin's reverse side depicts a Viking longship, which is a nod to the Viking settlers who arrived on the island in the 10th century and had a significant impact on the island's culture and history. The coin's design also includes the inscription "Viking Ship" and the year of issue, "1975." This coin is a great example of how numismatics can serve as a window into a region's history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1975 PM 20000 - - - - - -

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