Isle of Man 2 Pence - Elizabeth II Shearwater Silver (1976–1979)
Circulating version: 1976 Isle of Man 2 Pence - Elizabeth II Shearwater
| Country | Isle of Man |
| Year | 1976–1979 |
| Denomination | 2 Pence |
| Face value | 2p |
| Mintage | 10,000 |
| Mint | Pobjoy Mint · Tadworth |
| Circulation | Non-circulating |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (925/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 8.400g · 0.2498 t oz |
| Diameter | 25.9mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Edge | Plain |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Obv. artist | Arnold Machin |
| Rev. artist | Barry Stanton |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Tags | commemorative |
Right facing uncouped bust of Queen Elizabeth II, wearing the " Girls of Great Britain and Ireland " Tiara, legend around, date below
ELIZABETH THE SECOND PM · 1979 ·
Manx shearwater in flight superimposed over topographical map of Man
ISLE OF MAN PM · TWO PENCE ·
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The 1976 Isle of Man 2 Pence - Elizabeth II Shearwater – Silver is a collector 2 pence coin issued from 1976 to 1979, struck in 92.5% silver. It weighs 8.4g and measures 25.91mm across. Reverse design: Manx shearwater in flight superimposed over topographical map of Man.
10,000 were struck.
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How much is the 1976 Isle of Man 2 Pence - Elizabeth II Shearwater – Silver worth?
No verified sale of the 1976 Isle of Man 2 Pence - Elizabeth II Shearwater – Silver has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £11.16 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How is the 1976 Isle of Man 2 Pence - Elizabeth II Shearwater – Silver different from the circulating coin?
This is a collector version of the 1976 Isle of Man 2 Pence - Elizabeth II Shearwater, not the coin found in change. At 8.4g of 92.5% silver it is heavier than the 7.12g copper circulating coin, so weighing it is the quickest check.
How do I identify the 1976 Isle of Man 2 Pence - Elizabeth II Shearwater – Silver?
Check the weight 8.4g and diameter 25.91mm and the metal (92.5% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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