Isle of Man. Diamond Finish Fifty Pence. 1981. Christmas issue. #sherborne lightly toned as pictured

lightly toned as pictured

BREX error in the reverse legend

This single year type is scarce in any condition

reverse better with considerable mint lustre

Cased and certificated as issued

Isle of Man. Diamond Finish Fifty Pence. 1981. Christmas issue. #sherborne lightly toned as picturedThe Isle of Man's Second Christmas Double Crown. 1981 Christmas Double Crown 50p Cupro Nickel Diamond Finish, enclosed in a Christmas Card, with 'Season's Greetings' in six different languages. On its reverse face, the isle of Man 1981 Christmas double Crown illustrates a traditional Manx Yuletide custom, practised by the fishermen of Peel. this 19th century scene pays tribute to the fact that 1981, the centenary of the National Mission to Deep Sea