50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Christmas) 2005 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Christmas) 2005 back
50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Christmas) 2005 photo
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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Christmas

2005 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
2005
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#42079
Rarity index
72%

Reverse

Partridge in a Pear Tree

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CHRISTMAS
PM
AA
50

Edge

Plain

Comment

12 Days of Christmas: 

"On the first day of Christmas,
my true love gave to me
A partridge in a pear tree."

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design depicting a Christmas scene with a snowman, a reindeer, and a Christmas tree, surrounded by the inscription "Christmas 2005" and the Isle of Man's coat of arms. This design was created by the Isle of Man-based artist, Michael Durham, and was specifically commissioned for this coin.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2005 PM 30000 - - - - - -

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