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50 Pence - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait; large type
| Copper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni) | 13.5 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1985-1997 |
| Value | 50 Pence (0.50 GBP) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni) |
| 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#866 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
A figure of Britannia seated beside a lion, with a shield resting against her right side, holding a trident in her right hand and an olive branch in her left, denomination below and legend above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIFTY PENCE
50
Engraver: Christopher Ironside
Edge
Plain
Comment
Only the 1985 strike was issued for circulation with all the other years only released in Brilliant Uncirculated and Proof Annual Sets.For the 1997-dated circulation strike, please see link below to the small type.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a depiction of the famous Britannia figure, symbolizing British culture and history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 102015 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1986 | 104597 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1987 | 88659 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1988 | 79314 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1989 | 85704 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1990 | 79052 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1991 | 55144 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1992 | 62326 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1993 | 66080 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1995 | 60639 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1996 | 67581 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1997 | 80748 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
