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½ Laurel - Elizabeth II 400th anniversary of the Laurel issue
2019 year| Gold (.916) | 4 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | Tristan da Cunha (Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2019 |
| Value | ½ Laurel ½ SHP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound (1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.916) |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#182351 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Heraldic design inspired by original laurel
Script: Latin
Lettering: HALF LAUREL
Comment
The equivalence 1 Laurel = 1 Pound is theoretical and refers to the value of a Laurel four hundred years earlierInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the Laurel issue, which was a historic coin minted in 1619 during the reign of King James I of England. The Laurel issue was significant because it was the first coin to feature a laurel wreath on the reverse side, which became a common design element on British coins for centuries to come. The 2019 Non-circulating coin ½ Laurel - Elizabeth II coin is a nod to this historic issue and features a similar design, making it a unique and collectible piece for coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 999 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Laurel - Elizabeth II (400th anniversary of the Laurel issue) 2019 coin.
