© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
50 Pence - Charles III The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
2023 year| Copper-nickel | 8 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#379832 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 39% |
Reverse
Reproduction of an illustration by Pauline Baynes, depicting a faun, holding umbrella and package, and a girl walking through snowy woods.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE LION, THE WITCH
AND THE WARDROBE
Designer: Ffion Gwillim
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issued individually to commemorate the 60th anniversary of CS Lewis' death.© The Royal Mint, 2023
Interesting fact
The 50p coin commemorating Charles III (The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe) 2023 from the United Kingdom is part of a special collection celebrating the 70th anniversary of the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin's design features a unique interpretation of the iconic scene from C.S. Lewis's beloved novel, showcasing the majesty and power of the lion Aslan, the wisdom and courage of the young protagonist Lucy, and the evil presence of the White Witch. The coin's mintage is limited to 10,000 pieces, making it a highly sought-after collectible for coin enthusiasts and fans of the classic tale.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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