50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Christmas) 1997 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Christmas) 1997 back
50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Christmas) 1997 photo

50 Pence - Elizabeth II Christmas

1997 year
Copper-nickel 8 g 27.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1997
Value
50 Pence 0.50 IMP = USD 0.65
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
8 g
Diameter
27.3 mm
Shape
Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#30787
Rarity index
60%

Reverse

Sitting and standing peoples on the pages of open books, cameo with bust on left below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CHRISTMAS
T.E BROWN

Edge

Plain

Comment

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1997 Isle of Man Christmas 50p coin is that it features a unique design that was created by the Isle of Man's own coinage committee, rather than the traditional effigy of Queen Elizabeth II that appears on most British coins. The coin's design depicts a festive holly sprig surrounded by the words "Christmas 1997" and "Isle of Man," making it a distinctive and collectible piece among coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997 PM 30000 - - - - - -

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