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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Christmas
1980 year| Copper-nickel | 13.5 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1980 |
| Value | 50 Pence (0.50 IMP) |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-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 |
| Numista | N#28687 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 37% |
Reverse
A Christmas scene with the holiday name above and the denomination in numerals below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CHRISTMAS
50
Edge
Plain
Comment
Diamond Finish (Proof) version issued in Christmas card - total mintage limit is 30.000 for both known die mark of Diamond Finish version:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1980 Isle of Man Christmas 50p coin is that it features a unique reverse design that depicts a traditional Manx Christmas scene, including a thatched cottage, a horse-drawn sleigh, and a Christmas tree. This design was created by local artist, John S. Kewley, and was only used on this specific coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 PM | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Christmas) 1980 coin.
