50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Day of Tynwald - Odin's Raven) 1980 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Day of Tynwald - Odin's Raven) 1980 back
50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Day of Tynwald - Odin's Raven) 1980 photo

50 Pence - Elizabeth II Day of Tynwald - Odin's Raven

1980 year
Copper-nickel 13.5 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1980
Value
50 Pence 0.50 IMP = USD 0.65
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 ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#166917
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Odin's Raven. Point of Ayre lighthouse.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ISLE OF MAN
DAY OF TYNWALD JULY 5th
FIFTY PENCE

Engraver: Barry Stanton

Edge

Plain with lettering

Script: Latin

Lettering: ODINS RAVEN VIKING EXHIBN NEW YORK 1980

Comment

This coin is with edge inscription to commemorate the Odins Raven Viking Exhibition in New York in 1980. There are also two similar coins issued in 1979: one without any edge inscription, second with inscription to commemorate the Royal Visit on Isle of Man. Links to these coins below. Coin was also produced in other metals (silver, gold, platinum) - look at the series to see all variants.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that combines a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II with an image of Odin's Raven, a symbol from Norse mythology. This combination of a historical figure and a mythical creature makes the coin stand out from other commemorative coins. Additionally, the coin's design was created by sculptor and engraver, John Mills, who is known for his work on various coins and medals.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1980 PM 20000 - - - - - -

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