50 Pence - Elizabeth II 180th Anniversary of the Penny Black Stamp
2020 year| Copper-nickel | 8 g | 27.30 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GIP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.30 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#189853 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 56% |
Reverse
One Penny Black Stamp of 1840
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PENNY BLACK 180th ANNIVERSARY
FIFTY PENCE
POSTAGE
E ONE PENNY F
Edge
Plain
Comment
Interesting fact
The 50 Pence coin commemorating the 180th anniversary of the Penny Black Stamp features a unique design that incorporates a miniature replica of the original Penny Black Stamp, which was the first adhesive postage stamp issued in the United Kingdom in 1840. The stamp is depicted in the center of the coin, surrounded by an ornate border and the inscription "180th Anniversary of the Penny Black Stamp." The coin's design serves as a nod to the history of postal services and the significance of the Penny Black Stamp in the development of modern mail systems.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 PM | 7500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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