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Description
The Manx Derby was one of the oldest horse races in history. It took place in the Isle of Man. It was organized by the Earl of Derby (then Lord of Mann) on what today is part of Castletown Golf & Country Club. James, the 7th Earl of Derby, Lathom, Lancashire succeeded to the royalty of Mann in 1627 and instituted races in which a cup was to be won.
Obverse
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2nd portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right. Lettering around outside, date below. ISLE OF MAN ELIZABETH II |
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Reverse
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Two men are racing horses in the centre, a bird feeds a child on top of it. BICENTENARY OF THE DERBY |
| Edge |
1 Crown
2nd portrait
KM# 63
Characteristics
| Type | Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating) |
| Material | Cupronickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3.17 mm |
| Shape |
round
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| Alignment | Medal |
| Mint |
Pobjoy Mint (PM)
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