Isle of Man 1 Penny - Elizabeth II Shag Silver (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 | 10,000 |
| Mint | Pobjoy Mint · Tadworth |
| Circulation | Non-circulating |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (925/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 4.200g · 0.1249 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 – Silver is a collector 1 penny coin, struck in 92.5% silver. It weighs 4.2g and measures 20.32mm across. Reverse design: Left facing European Shag on tilting shield.
10,000 were struck.
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How much is the 1985 Isle of Man 1 Penny - Elizabeth II Shag – Silver worth?
No verified sale of the 1985 Isle of Man 1 Penny - Elizabeth II Shag – Silver has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £5.58 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How is the 1985 Isle of Man 1 Penny - Elizabeth II Shag – Silver 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 4.2g of 92.5% silver 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 – Silver?
Check the weight 4.2g and diameter 20.32mm and the metal (92.5% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.