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50 Cents - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait
| Silver (.925) | 10.3 g | 28.2 mm |
| Issuer | Cayman Islands (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1972-1982 |
| Value | 50 Cents 0.50 KYD = USD 0.60 |
| Currency | Dollar (1972-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 10.3 g |
| Diameter | 28.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#23696 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 34% |
Reverse
Caribbean Emperor Fish beside value.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 50
Engraver: Stuart Devlin
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which was designed specifically for the Cayman Islands. The portrait was created by sculptor and engraver, Arnold Machin, and it features the Queen wearing a crown and a necklace, with a stern expression. This portrait was used on several coins issued by the Cayman Islands during the 1970s and 1980s, and it has become a distinctive feature of the island's coinage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | 11000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1973 | 9988 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1974 | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 | 7175 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 | 3044 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 | 1980 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1979 FM | 4247 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 FM | 1215 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1981 FM | 865 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1982 FM | 589 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait) 1972-1982 coin.
