© The Royal Mint, 2024
© The Royal Mint, 2024
50 Pence - Charles III X-Wing; Gold Proof
2024 year| Gold (.9167) | 15.5 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 | 2024 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 15.5 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#423866 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
A lenticular feature depicting the crest of the Rebel Alliance alongside an X-Wing design.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
STAR
WARS
© & ™ Lucasfilm Ltd.
Designer: Lucasfilm Ltd
Edge
Plain
Comment
This is the third coin in a four-coin series commemorating Star Wars: Iconic Vehicles including the Millennium Falcon, TIE Fighter and X-Wing, along with the Death Star II. The coin was issued in a variety of metals and denominations. Issue limit:110.
© The Royal Mint, 2024
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pence - Charles III (X-Wing; Gold Proof) 2024 coin is that it features a unique design depicting Charles III in a pilot's helmet, sitting in the cockpit of an X-wing fighter, a nod to the popular Star Wars franchise. This coin was released as part of a series commemorating the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing, and its design was inspired by the iconic X-wing fighter pilots from the Star Wars franchise. This coin is a rare and unique collector's item for both coin collectors and Star Wars fans.
