2017 Isle of Man – Annual BU Coin Set

Description

As part of a total overhaul of the Isle of Man’s coinage, a complete set of new designs from 5 pence up have been issued for the very first time this year.

Now you can own the complete set from 5 pence to £2 in this exclusive Change Checker 6-coin set of Certified Uncirculated quality coins including the British Isles only remaining “Round Pound” for just £25.

Your pack contains 6 Brand New Certified Uncirculated Isle of Man coins issued for 2017, including:

• Manx Shearwater 5p – This 5p features the Manx Shearwater, an amber-listed species of particular conservation concern on the Isle of Man. This design celebrates the increasing number of this traditional Isle of Man bird species.
• Manx Cat 10p – Features the famous Isle of Man Manx Cat, best known for being entirely tailless. The other distinguishing characteristics include elongated hind legs and a rounded head.
• Viking Longship 20p – The Isle of Man has a significant Viking heritage; key symbols are Odin’s Raven and Viking Longships. The design depicts a typical scene of a sailing Viking Longship.
• Manx Loaghtan 50p – The design depicts the Manx Loaghtan, a breed of sheep native to the Isle of Man. The sheep have dark brown wool and usually four or occasionally six horns.
• Raven and Falcon £1 – The £1 coin features two birds – a Raven and a Falcon. These birds are symbolically associated with the island and feature of the Isle of Man Coat of Arms.
• Tower of Refuge £2– Featuring the Tower of Refuge, this important landmark was built upon the reef on the orders of Sir William Hillary, founder of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution in 1832.