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A pair of philatelic numismatic covers (PNCs) issued by the Isle of Man to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II (1952-2002). Each cover features a single perforated Isle of Man postage stamp, with denominations of 39p and 40p respectively. Both stamps are cancelled with a circular date stamp from Douglas, Isle of Man, dated 29/10/01, marking the 100-day countdown to the Jubilee. The cachets feature watercolour and pencil sketches by artist Michael Noakes, identified as being from The Daily Life of The Queen: An Artist’s Diary by Vivien Noakes. Each cover contains an inset commemorative coin inscribed THE GOLDEN JUBILEE; one coin depicts a standing royal figure with a sceptre and the other shows a profile portrait of the Queen. The covers bear unique serial numbers M 3346 and M 3711 and include the printed address for Mercury, Watford.
Condition report:
Both covers are in excellent condition. The paper is clean and crisp with no visible foxing, toning, or creasing. Stamps are well-affixed with clear, legible cancellations. The commemorative coins are securely held within the plastic windows and appear in uncirculated condition without signs of wear or tarnishing.
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