1971 Isle of Man Elizabeth II Viking Ship 50p
Worth about £4.40 in circulated condition. 100,000 were minted, the 4th lowest of any circulation Isle of Man 50p.
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Is the Isle of Man Elizabeth II Viking Ship 1971 50p rare?
4th/ 5
Its circulation mintage of 100,000 is the 4th lowest of 5 circulation Isle of Man 50p coins in the catalogue.
Versions of the 1971 Isle of Man Elizabeth II Viking Ship 50p
Photo: NumistaCirculation£4.40
Mintage 100,000
1971 Isle of Man Elizabeth II Viking Ship 50p (this page)
- Photo: NumistaProof
£2.18
Mintage 10,000
1971 Isle of Man Elizabeth II Viking Ship 50p Proof
Isle of Man Elizabeth II Viking Ship 50p by year
About the 1971 Isle of Man Elizabeth II Viking Ship 50p
The Elizabeth II Viking Ship coin, minted in 1971 by the Royal Mint, represents an intriguing chapter in the numismatic history of the Isle of Man. This fifty pence piece features a striking design of a Viking longship, a nod to the island's rich Norse heritage and maritime history, which has been a significant aspect of its cultural identity. The composition of 75% copper and 25% nickel gives the coin a distinctive metallic sheen, enhancing its aesthetic appeal. As a circulating coin, it not only serves as a representation of the Isle of Man's unique heritage but also as a tangible connection to the Viking Age, making it a meaningful addition to any collection focused on maritime or regional themes.
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