50 Pence - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait; European Community
1992 year| Copper-nickel | 13.5 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1992 |
| Value | 50 Pence (0.50 GBP) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 13.5 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 28 February 1998 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#13388 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 18% |
Reverse
A conference table seen from above, around which are arranged twelve chairs for the Council of Ministers. The United Kingdom is prominently represented at the head of the table with the table itself showing twelve stars, symbols of the European Community, place in the geographic positions of the capital cities of the twelve member countries. A network of lines uniting the stars signifies the links of trade and commerce within the Community.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1992 1993
UK
MMD
50 PENCE
Engraver: Mary Milner Dickens
Edge
Plain
Comment
The coin is dual dated 1992 & 1993 and was issued for circulation in 1992, this coin has the lowest circulation mintage for the large sized 50 pence pieces. The coin was also issued as part of the Annual Coin Sets for 1992 in both Brilliant Uncirculated (78,421 sales) & Proof versions as well as in a dual BU pack (23,262 sales) with a Britannia 1992. While also being released in the BU annual set for 1993 (56,945 sales). The coin was also issued in silver proof, silver piedfort and gold proof.
The coin was reissued in 2009 with Ian Rank Broadley's fourth portrait as part of the 16-piece sets to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the 50 pence denomination.
(former Spink ref. 4352)
also issued as first day cover by the royal mint
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the United Kingdom's membership in the European Community, which is now known as the European Union. The design includes a stylized image of the European Community's flag, along with the words "European Community" written in bold letters. This coin was issued in 1992, which was a significant year for the European Community as it marked the signing of the Maastricht Treaty, which aimed to further integrate the member states and create a single currency, among other things. This coin serves as a reminder of the United Kingdom's involvement in the European Community and its commitment to European integration.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 62326 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (3rd portrait; European Community) 1992 coin.
