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

1980 year
Gold (.917) 26 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1980
Value
50 Pence 0.50 IMP = USD 0.65
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
26 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#387756
Rarity index
100%

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

Also available in Platinum (50 minted) or Silver (5000 minted) versions

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that combines the symbolism of the Isle of Man and Norse mythology. The obverse of the coin bears the image of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse features Odin's Raven, a symbol of wisdom and knowledge in Norse mythology, perched on a Viking longship. This design was chosen to commemorate the Day of Tynwald, a significant cultural and historical event on the Isle of Man.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1980 PM 250 - - - - - -

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