© The Royal Mint, 2020
© The Royal Mint, 2020
20 Pence - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; 1/10 oz Fine Silver
2020 year| Silver (.999) | 3.15 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | 20 Pence 0.20 GBP = USD 0.26 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 3.15 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#228925 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Standing figure of Britannia with trident in her left hand and shield in her right, Union Jack behind, date right, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITANNIA 1/10 oz 999 FINE SILVER
2020
JT
Engraver: James Tottle
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Available in the 6-coin Silver Britannia Proof Set for 2020 with an issue limit of 1,000 sets. Issue Limit: 1,060© The Royal Mint, 2020
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a detailed image of the famous Double Helix structure, which represents the discovery of DNA by James Watson and Francis Crick in 1953. This design was created by the renowned British artist, John Bergdahl.
