½ Crown - Elizabeth II (Discovery of Palladium) 2004 front ½ Crown - Elizabeth II (Discovery of Palladium) 2004 back
½ Crown - Elizabeth II (Discovery of Palladium) 2004 photo
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½ Crown - Elizabeth II Discovery of Palladium

2004 year
Bimetallic: palladium (.999) centre in gold (.999) ring (6.3g Pd; 9.25g Au) 15.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2004
Value
½ Crown
Currency
Crown (1970-date)
Composition
Bimetallic: palladium (.999) centre in gold (.999) ring (6.3g Pd; 9.25g Au)
Weight
15.5 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#419396
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Bust of Pallas Athena facing left

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BICENTENARY OF PALLADIUM
Pd
46
106.4
PM
1/2
CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique bimetallic composition, with a palladium (.999) center surrounded by a gold (.999) ring. This distinctive design was created to commemorate the discovery of palladium, a rare and lustrous silvery-white metal that is a member of the platinum group of elements. The coin's bimetallic composition serves as a symbol of the harmonious union between these two precious metals, and adds to its aesthetic appeal and collectible value.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2004 PM 500 - - - - - -

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