Isle of Man 5 Pence - Elizabeth II Loaghtan sheep Gold (1980–1983)
Circulating version: 1980 Isle of Man 5 Pence - Elizabeth II Loaghtan sheep
| Country | Isle of Man |
| Year | 1980–1983 |
| 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 | Arnold Machin |
| Rev. artist | Leslie Lindsay |
| 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
ISLE OF MAN ELIZABETH II 1980
Manx loagthyn sheep
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The 1980 Isle of Man 5 Pence - Elizabeth II Loaghtan sheep – Gold is a collector 5 pence coin issued from 1980 to 1983, struck in 91.7% gold. It weighs 11g and measures 23.59mm across. Reverse design: Manx loagthyn sheep.
300 were struck. It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1980 Isle of Man 5 Pence - Elizabeth II Loaghtan sheep – Gold worth?
No verified sale of the 1980 Isle of Man 5 Pence - Elizabeth II Loaghtan sheep – Gold has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth about £1,013 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How is the 1980 Isle of Man 5 Pence - Elizabeth II Loaghtan sheep – Gold different from the circulating coin?
This is a collector version of the 1980 Isle of Man 5 Pence - Elizabeth II Loaghtan sheep, 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 1980 Isle of Man 5 Pence - Elizabeth II Loaghtan sheep – Gold?
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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