50 Pence - Charles III (The Winged Keys) 2024 front 50 Pence - Charles III (The Winged Keys) 2024 back
50 Pence - Charles III (The Winged Keys) 2024 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2024

50 Pence - Charles III The Winged Keys

2024 year
Copper-nickel 8 g 27.3 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
Charles III (2022-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2024
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
Coloured, Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#407765
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

The boy wizard flying a broomstick to catch a winged key.

Script: Latin

Lettering: THE WINGED KEYS

Designer: Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

Edge

Plain

Comment

The coin was issued individually with a limited edition presentation of 20,000 and was also struck in a variety of metals and denominations.

© The Royal Mint, 2024

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50p coin featuring Charles III (The Winged Keys) is that it was designed by sculptor and engraver, David Rowlands. The coin's design depicts Charles III holding a sceptre and a key, symbolizing his role as the monarch and head of the Commonwealth. The winged keys on the coin represent the four evangelists: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The design was chosen to reflect Charles's strong commitment to his faith and his role as the Supreme Governor of the Church of England.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2024  - - - - - -

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