Isle of Man 1 Penny - Elizabeth II Shag Gold (1985)
Circulating version: 1985 Isle of Man 1 Penny - Elizabeth II Shag
| Country | Isle of Man |
| Year | 1985 |
| Denomination | 1 Penny |
| Face value | 1p |
| Mintage | 300 |
| Mint | Pobjoy Mint · Tadworth |
| Circulation | Non-circulating |
| Composition | Gold (.917) (917/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 7.100g · 0.2093 t oz |
| Diameter | 20.3mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Edge | Plain |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Obv. artist | Raphael David Maklouf |
| Rev. artist | Leslie Lindsay |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Tags | commemorative |
Right facing couped bust of Queen Elizabeth II, wearing the George IV State Diadem, legend around, date below
ISLE OF MAN ELIZABETH II PM 1985
Left facing European Shag on tilting shield
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The 1985 Isle of Man 1 Penny - Elizabeth II Shag – Gold is a collector 1 penny coin, struck in 91.7% gold. It weighs 7.1g and measures 20.32mm across. Reverse design: Left facing European Shag on tilting shield.
300 were struck.
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How much is the 1985 Isle of Man 1 Penny - Elizabeth II Shag – Gold worth?
No verified sale of the 1985 Isle of Man 1 Penny - Elizabeth II Shag – Gold has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth about £654 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How is the 1985 Isle of Man 1 Penny - Elizabeth II Shag – Gold different from the circulating coin?
This is a collector version of the 1985 Isle of Man 1 Penny - Elizabeth II Shag, not the coin found in change. At 7.1g of 91.7% gold it is heavier than the 3.56g copper circulating coin, so weighing it is the quickest check.
How do I identify the 1985 Isle of Man 1 Penny - Elizabeth II Shag – Gold?
Check the weight 7.1g and diameter 20.32mm and the metal (91.7% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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