Every school child on the Isle of Man presented with very special 50p coin!
All those in full time education on the Isle of Man recently received a specially minted coin to mark the First World War Armistice Centenary.
In a move designed to ensure the younger generations do not forget the sacrifices made by those who fought in First World War, they were each given a distinctive 50p coin featuring selectively coloured red poppies. Each coin, commissioned by the Treasury, was presented in its own individual display case to ensure that it could be kept safe and handed down to future generations.
The reverse of this coin features the First World War soldier from the Douglas war memorial, with the words ‘Their name liveth for evermore’ and the dates ‘1914 1918’, beneath which are the Roman numerals ‘XI.XI.XI’ as a reminder of the final time and date of the War’s end.
Coins to enter circulation
There’s also great news for collectors on the Island as Cupro-Nickel versions of these coins, without the selective colouring, will be released into general circulation.
A launch event was held at the Legislative Buildings on the Island with the President of Tynwald, Speaker of the House of Keys, the Chief Minister and Treasury Minister in attendance, along with a number of other specially invited guests.
Specially commissioned Proof version
Working in partnership with the IOM Government, The Westminster Collection developed a proof version of this hugely poignant coin, struck to the highest possible finish. When you consider the importance of the centenary anniversary alongside the tiny worldwide edition limit of just 1,950,it comes as no surprise that they sold out in a matter of days.
However, The Westminster Collection are also offering specially struck collector quality “Brilliant Uncirculated” coins that are guaranteed not to have the scratches and chips of normal circulation coins.
What’s more, this coin has been officially approved and produced in partnership with The Royal British Legion.
10% from the sale of each coin will be donated to the Legion who provide lifelong support for the Armed Forces community- serving men and women, veterans and their families.
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I was lucky to get one of these in my change!!! Complete with red poppies
How do we get one with the red poppys are these available?
Hi Andy, I’m afraid they are sold out now, however this three coin set is still available: https://www.westminstercollection.com/p-706W/The-First-World-War-Centenary-Three-Coin-Set.aspx Thanks, Robin.
I think the IOM WW1 Proof coin is a fantastic looking coin with its red poppies.I normally only collect English BU or circulated coins,but I had to have this beautiful coin.I’ve had it on order a few weeks now and hope you are able to fulfil my order.
As well as a wonderful coin it shows a window into our past history and I hope the children of the Isle of Man will look on this as a stepping stone into our countries past .
So sad but such a well made and generously, all considered, coin xx