50 Pence - Elizabeth II Day of Tynwald - Queen Visit
1979 year| Copper-nickel | 13.5 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1979 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#37168 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 34% |
Reverse
Viking longship
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· ISLE OF MAN ·
FIFTY PENCE
DAY OF TYNWALD JULY 5th
Edge
Inscripted (Position A: readable from obverse; Position B: readable from reverse)
Script: Latin
Lettering: H.M Q.E-II ROYAL VISIT I.O.M. JULY 1979
Comment
This coin is with edge inscription to commemorate the Royal Visit of Queen Elizabeth II on the Isle of Man. There is also a coin without any edge inscription issued also in 1979 as well as there is a similar coin issued in 1980 with other edge inscription to commemorate the exhibition in New York. 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 was minted to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II's visit to the Isle of Man in 1979, which was a significant event for the island's residents and a milestone in the Queen's reign. The coin's design features an image of the Queen on one side and the Isle of Man's coat of arms on the other, making it a unique and collectible item for numismatists and royalty enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 PM | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Day of Tynwald - Queen Visit) 1979 coin.
