50 Pence - Elizabeth II Day of Tynwald; Silver
1979 year| Silver (.925) | 15.5 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 IMP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 15.5 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2.75 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#178809 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Odin's Raven longboat with Point of Ayre Lighthouse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· ISLE OF MAN ·
FIFTY PENCE
DAY OF TYNWALD JULY 5th
Engraver: Barry Stanton
Edge
Plain
Comment
All reported mintages for this type are only maximum mintages, meaning the actual mintages could be much lower.
Certificate that came with coin is shown below
This coin is plain edge (no inscription). There is also a coin with edge inscription to commemorate the Royal Visit of Queen Elizabeth II on the Isle of Man 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 (copper-nickel, gold, platinum) - look at the series to see all variants.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1979 Isle of Man 50p coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the Day of Tynwald, which is an annual event held on the Isle of Man to celebrate the island's Viking heritage and the anniversary of the Tynwald Oath, a centuries-old oath of allegiance to the British Crown. The coin's design features a depiction of the Tynwald Hill, where the oath is traditionally taken, surrounded by a wreath of Viking-style interlace. This coin is particularly special because it is made of sterling silver and has a relatively low mintage of 30,000, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 PM | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Silver) 1979 coin.
