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50 Pence - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait; large type
| Copper-nickel | 13.5 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Guernsey |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1985-1997 |
| Value | 50 Pence (0.50 GGP) |
| 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 | 28 February 1998 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#5639 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 19% |
Reverse
Freesia flowers
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIFTY PENCE 1989
50
Engraver: Robert Elderton
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 50p coin from Guernsey featuring Elizabeth II (3rd portrait; large type) has a unique feature - it has a slightly different obverse design compared to the standard UK issue. The Guernsey coin features a more mature portrait of the Queen, with a slightly different crown and a more defined jawline. This design was specifically created for Guernsey and is not found on any other UK coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1986 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1987 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1988 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1989 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1990 | 700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1992 | 65000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1997 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; large type) 1985-1997 coin.
