50 Pence - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; large type) 1983-1997 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; large type) 1983-1997 back
50 Pence - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; large type) 1983-1997 photo
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50 Pence - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait; large type

 
Copper-nickel 13.5 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Jersey (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1983-1997
Value
50 Pence (0.50&nbspJEP)
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
13.5 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
30 April 1998
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#10948
Rarity index
12%

Reverse

Grosnez Castle

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BAILIWICK OF JERSEY
FIFTY PENCE

Engraver: Robert Lowe

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design on the reverse side, which showcases the Jersey coat of arms, a shield with three leopards, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This design was specifically created for the Jersey issue of the coin and sets it apart from other 50p coins minted in other parts of the UK.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1983  50000 - - - - - -
1984  50000 - - - - - -
1986  30000 - - - - - -
1987  150000 - - - - - -
1988  130000 - - - - - -
1989  180000 - - - - - -
1990  370000 - - - - - -
1994  200000 - - - - - -
1997  5500 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; large type) 1983-1997 coin.