1987 Isle of Man 1/4 oz Platinum Noble Coin

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Lot number	49
Category	Coins & Currency
Auction	Oct 8 2026 Gold Silver Bullion Coins Sports Cards Knives
Date	October 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction house	Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
Location	Coralville, Iowa

1987 Isle of Man 1/4 oz Platinum Noble Coin 1987 Isle of Man Platinum Quarter Noble Coin This 1987 Isle of Man Quarter Noble is struck in fine platinum, featuring the iconic Viking longship Thisbe under full sail on the reverse. The obverse depicts the elegant portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Raphael Maklouf, surrounded by the inscriptions Isle of Man and the year 1987. As a legal tender bullion coin from the Pobjoy Mint, it is highly sought after by collectors for its historical nautical theme and its precious metal content. The intricate detailing on the ship’s rigging and the Triskeles symbol above the mast showcase the superior craftsmanship of this platinum issue, making it a standout addition to any world coin collection. 1987 Isle of Man 1/4 oz Platinum Noble Bullion Coin Condition: This coin appears to be in circulated or handled condition, showing visible surface marks, abrasions, and minor edge wear. There is noticeable toning or environmental residue along the rim of the reverse side. The mint for this issue is the Pobjoy Mint. The metal content is confirmed by the inscription as .9995 fine platinum. Historically, the Isle of Man Noble was the world's first investment-grade platinum bullion coin, introduced in 1983, featuring the iconic Viking Longship design. This is a business strike bullion issue and is currently ungraded. platinum, coin, 1/4 oz, Isle of Man, Elizabeth II, 1987, quarter noble, viking ship, bullion, numismatic, investment, precious metal platinum coins, Isle of Man platinum, 1/4 oz platinum noble, 1987 platinum coin, rare platinum bullion, numismatic platinum, precious metals investment, Elizabeth II platinum coin, collectible coins, quarter noble platinum IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction.”ons, or the payment proces

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