Isle of Man 5 Pence - Elizabeth II Cushag Gold Proof (1985)
Circulating version: 1985 Isle of Man 5 Pence - Elizabeth II Cushag
| Country | Isle of Man |
| Year | 1985 |
| Denomination | 5 Pence |
| Face value | 5p |
| Mintage | 300 |
| Mint | Pobjoy Mint · Tadworth |
| Circulation | Non-circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold (.917) (917/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 11.000g · 0.3243 t oz |
| Diameter | 23.6mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Edge | Reeded |
| 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
Cushag on a chancree/ a la bouche battle shield with lance aperture
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The 1985 Isle of Man 5 Pence - Elizabeth II Cushag – Gold Proof is a collector 5 pence coin, struck in 91.7% gold. It weighs 11g and measures 23.59mm across. Reverse design: Cushag on a chancree/ a la bouche battle shield with lance aperture.
300 were struck. It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1985 Isle of Man 5 Pence - Elizabeth II Cushag – Gold Proof worth?
No verified sale of the 1985 Isle of Man 5 Pence - Elizabeth II Cushag – Gold Proof has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth about £1,014 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How is the 1985 Isle of Man 5 Pence - Elizabeth II Cushag – Gold Proof different from the circulating coin?
This is a collector version of the 1985 Isle of Man 5 Pence - Elizabeth II Cushag, not the coin found in change. At 11g of 91.7% gold it is heavier than the 5.65g copper circulating coin, so weighing it is the quickest check.
How do I identify the 1985 Isle of Man 5 Pence - Elizabeth II Cushag – Gold Proof?
Check the weight 11g and diameter 23.59mm and the metal (91.7% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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