Isle of Man 50 Pence - Elizabeth II Viking Longship Gold Proof (1980–1983)
Circulating version: 1980 Isle of Man 50 Pence - Elizabeth II Viking Longship
| Country | Isle of Man |
| Year | 1980–1983 |
| Denomination | 50 Pence |
| Face value | 50p |
| Mint | Pobjoy Mint · Tadworth |
| Circulation | Non-circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) (917/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 26.000g · 0.7663 t oz |
| Diameter | 30.0mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Edge | Plain |
| 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 PM 1980
Viking longship within design
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The 1980 Isle of Man 50 Pence - Elizabeth II Viking Longship – Gold Proof is a collector 50 pence coin issued from 1980 to 1983, struck in 91.67% gold. It weighs 26g and measures 30mm across. Reverse design: Viking longship within design.
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 50 Pence - Elizabeth II Viking Longship – Gold Proof worth?
No verified sale of the 1980 Isle of Man 50 Pence - Elizabeth II Viking Longship – Gold Proof has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth about £2,395 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How is the 1980 Isle of Man 50 Pence - Elizabeth II Viking Longship – Gold Proof different from the circulating coin?
This is a collector version of the 1980 Isle of Man 50 Pence - Elizabeth II Viking Longship, not the coin found in change. At 26g of 91.67% gold it is heavier than the 13.5g copper circulating coin, so weighing it is the quickest check.
How do I identify the 1980 Isle of Man 50 Pence - Elizabeth II Viking Longship – Gold Proof?
Check the weight 26g and diameter 30mm and the metal (91.67% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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