Isle of Man Coins
The Isle of Man, a British Crown dependency, has a fascinating numismatic history. Although it uses the Manx pound, which is on a par with the British pound sterling, the island has issued its own coins and banknotes for centuries, reflecting its unique identity and cultural heritage.
Current currency in circulation
Currently, the Manx pound is the official currency of the Isle of Man. Coins in circulation include denominations of 1p, 2p, 5p, 10p, 20p, 50p, £1 and £2. These coins feature distinctive designs that reflect the island's culture and history, such as the triskelion, the Isle of Man's national symbol, and portraits of the British royal family. The island also issues commemorative and collector coins that are highly prized by numismatists around the world.
Monetary history and highlights
Prior to the introduction of the Manx pound, the island used various coins, including the Manx penny in the 18th century. An important milestone in Isle of Man numismatics was the issuance of the first decimal coin in 1971, ahead of the United Kingdom. In addition, the island has been a pioneer in the issuance of precious metal coins and has launched unique numismatic series, such as the cat-themed coins and those dedicated to the famous Isle of Man TT motorcycle race, which have gained international recognition among collectors.
| Country | Isle of Man |
| Flag | |
| Coin | Pound sterling (GBP) |
| 1€ | 0,84£ |
| Continent | Europa |
| Capital city | Douglas |
| ISO2 | IM |
| ISO3 | IMN |
| Catalogued coins | 405 |
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The most valuable coins
The most valuable Isle of Man coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Coin Catalog
2 pounds (Tower of Refuge)
1/2 penny
1 crown (Manx domestic cat)
1 crown (Manx domestic cat)
1/2 new penny
1 new penny
2 new pence
5 new pence
10 new pence
50 new pence
25 pence
1 crown (100th Anniversary of Winston Churchill)
25 pence
1/2 penny
1/2 penny
1 penny
2 pence
2 pence
5 pence
5 pence
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