• 1985 Platinum Noble Obverse
  • 1985 Platinum Noble Reverse

The Platinum Noble


The first platinum investment coin, the one-ounce Noble from the Isle of Man, was introduced in November 1983. The Isle of Man is an ancient British protectorate, and well known for producing a variety of high-quality coins with innovative and unusual designs. From 1983 through 1989, The Pobjoy Mint of England produced The Platinum Noble in sizes ranging from 10 ounces to 1/10 ounce, with the face value shown in "Nobles," a value equal the platinum content in troy ounces. The reverse of all coins features an historic Viking longship, “Thusly,” shown under full sail. The obverse features the young Queen Elizabeth II with crown. The Isle of Man, an ancient British protectorate, is well known for producing a variety of high-quality coins with innovative and unusual designs.Please email our Sales Team

Product details


Platinum Content 1.0 troy ounce (31.103 grammes)
Fineness .9995
Diameter 32.7 mm
Thickness 2.8 mm
Face Design Viking Longboat
Obverse Design Queen Elizabeth II
First Released 1983
Minted Face Value or Legal Tender 1 Noble