1 pound 1975

Common. This note represents a regular issue from a standard print run during the 1972–1976 circulation period. eBay market data shows consistent sales ranging from $8–$39 depending on grade, with AU and UNC examples typically selling in the $25–$35 range. The note is readily available in the collector market and does not command premium prices. Print runs for Isle of Man currency during this period were substantial relative to the island's population.

Issued between 1972–1976 by the Isle of Man Government during a period of regional currency assertion, this note commemorates the island's unique political heritage through the depiction of Tynwald Hill—the ancient seat of the Manx parliament and one of the world's oldest continuous legislative assemblies. The choice of Queen Elizabeth II's portrait reflects the Isle of Man's status as a Crown Dependency, while the prominent three-legged triskelion (depicted in the central circular seal labeled 'JECERLS') represents the island's ancient Scandinavian and Celtic heraldic traditions.

The obverse features a left-facing profile portrait of Queen Elizabeth II wearing pearls, positioned on the right side of the note. The dominant design element is a large circular seal at center containing the three-legged triskelion (triskele) of the Isle of Man coat of arms, serving also as the watermark. Heraldic emblems with the numeral '1' appear on both left and right sides in decorative shields. The reverse depicts a detailed landscape engraving of Tynwald Hill, the historic Manx parliamentary site, showing a fortified earthwork with cross, a church with spire, rolling hills, and associated buildings. Elaborate Celtic knotwork borders frame both sides of the reverse design. The overall color scheme is predominantly purple/lavender with black line work, pink, and green accents on the obverse.

Front side: 'ISLE OF MAN GOVERNMENT' (issuing authority); 'PROMISE TO PAY THE BEARER ON DEMAND AT ANY OFFICE OF ISLE OF MAN BANK LIMITED' (standard promise to pay clause); 'One Pound' (denomination in words); 'LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR' (signature title); Serial number 'G468645'. Back side: 'ONE POUND' (denomination); 'TYNWALD-HILL' (landmark identification); 'BRADBURY, WILKINSON & CO LTD NEW MALDEN SURREY, ENGLAND' (printer and location).

Intaglio (recess) engraving, executed by Bradbury Wilkinson & Co Ltd, New Malden, Surrey—one of the world's premier security printers. The visual analysis confirms the characteristic deep line work, intricate decorative patterns, and complex engraved borders typical of traditional intaglio banknote production. Security features include the integrated watermark triskelion and fine-line engraving throughout.

This note is catalogued as Pick P-29d, representing one of six documented variants for the base P-29 One Pound issue. The PMG Population Report indicates variants P-29a, P-29b, P-29c, P-29e, P-29s1, and P-29s2 exist, all printed by Bradbury Wilkinson & Co (BWC). The visual analysis confirms this specimen carries the BWC imprint and displays the characteristic design elements of the main circulation series. The serial number prefix 'G' and absence of specimen or special markings indicate this is a regular issue note rather than a specimen or overprint variety.