Isle of Man 5 Crowns - Elizabeth II America's Cup Challenge (1987)
Circulating version: 1987 Isle of Man 1 Crown - Elizabeth II America's Cup Challenge
| Country | Isle of Man |
| Year | 1987 |
| Denomination | 5 Crowns |
| Face value | £1.25 |
| Mintage | 612 |
| Mint | Pobjoy Mint · Tadworth |
| Circulation | Non-circulating |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 155.550g |
| Diameter | 65.0mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Obv. artist | Raphael David Maklouf |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Tags | commemorative |
Right facing uncouped bust of Queen Elizabeth II, wearing the George IV State Diadem, legend and date around
ELIZABETH II ISLE OF MAN·1987 RDM PM
America's Cup Trophy with sail boats behind.
THE AMERICA'S CUP CHALLENGE · FREEMANTLE 1987 FINE SILVER 5 OUNCES CROWNS
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The 1987 Isle of Man 5 Crowns - Elizabeth II America's Cup Challenge is a collector 5 crowns coin, struck in silver (.999). It weighs 155.55g and measures 65mm across. Reverse design: America's Cup Trophy with sail boats behind.
612 were struck.
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How much is the 1987 Isle of Man 5 Crowns - Elizabeth II America's Cup Challenge worth?
No verified sale of the 1987 Isle of Man 5 Crowns - Elizabeth II America's Cup Challenge has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £211 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How is the 1987 Isle of Man 5 Crowns - Elizabeth II America's Cup Challenge different from the circulating coin?
This is a collector version of the 1987 Isle of Man 1 Crown - Elizabeth II America's Cup Challenge, not the coin found in change. At 155.55g of silver (.999) it is heavier than the 28.28g nickel circulating coin, so weighing it is the quickest check.
How do I identify the 1987 Isle of Man 5 Crowns - Elizabeth II America's Cup Challenge?
Check the weight 155.55g and diameter 65mm and the metal (silver (.999)) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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