Here we have this fantastic new design 5 Pence "MANX SHEARWATER" coin from Isle of Man in uncirculated condition taken from mint bags.
2017 Isle of Man Decimal Coin Set
For the year of 2017, Tower Mint Ltd on behalf of the Isle of Man Government has issued a new collection of circulating coins.
These designs offer a modern and up to date style whilst focusing on Manx and Isle of Man related landmarks, themes and traditions.
The currency designs will be completed on the following denominations; Five Pence, Ten Pence, Twenty Pence, Fifty Pence, One Pound, Two Pounds and Five Pounds.
Background
These designs meet the criteria for coins, as they are reflective of the Isle of Man. The collection of designs portrays a combination of historic landmarks, themes and traditions of the Isle of Man. The obverse depicts the approved Queen Elizabeth II effigy portrait, created by Jody Clark for the use on Crown dependencies and Commonwealth countries.
Five Pence- Manx Shearwater
The five pence design depicts the Manx Shearwater, it is a medium-sized shearwater in the seabird family “procellaridae”, it is an amber-listed species of birds