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50 Pence - Charles III The Wombles - Orinoco; Coloured
2023 year| Copper-nickel | 8 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | Guernsey |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GGP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Heptagonal (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#400417 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Orinoco
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Orinoco
50
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Wombles - Orinoco; Coloured 50 Pence coin from Guernsey features a unique colorization process that sets it apart from other coins. The coin's design features a colorful depiction of Orinoco, a character from the popular children's television show "The Wombles." The colorization process involves applying a special finish to the coin that gives it a vibrant, glossy appearance. This process is done by hand, making each coin unique and adding an extra layer of collectibility to it.
