50 Dollars - Elizabeth II (House of Plantagenet I) 1979-1980 front 50 Dollars - Elizabeth II (House of Plantagenet I) 1979-1980 back
50 Dollars - Elizabeth II (House of Plantagenet I) 1979-1980 photo
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50 Dollars - Elizabeth II House of Plantagenet I

 
Gold (.500) 11.34 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Cayman Islands (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1979-1980
Value
50 Dollars 50 KYD = USD 60
Currency
Dollar (1972-date)
Composition
Gold (.500)
Weight
11.34 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#101265
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Busts of the first four Kings of the House of Plantagenet on a circle, denomination in center.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HENRY·II·1154-1189 RICHARD·I·1189-1199
50
DOLLARS
HENRY·III·1216-1272 JOHN·1199-1216

Engraver: Michael Rizzello

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse side, while the reverse side features a depiction of the House of Plantagenet, a royal house that ruled England from 1154 to 1399. This design was specifically created for the Cayman Islands, a British Overseas Territory, and is not found on any other coins featuring Queen Elizabeth II.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1980 CHI 11000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Dollars - Elizabeth II (House of Plantagenet I) 1979-1980 coin.