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© The London Coin Company
50 Pence - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; 1/4 oz Fine Silver
2005 year| Silver (.958) | 8.11 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.958) |
| Weight | 8.11 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#105232 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Seated figure of Britannia left with trident and shield, legend and date around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
QUARTER OUNCE FINE SILVER 2005
BRITANNIA
Engraver: Philip Nathan
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issue limit: 3,500 (in 4-coin silver proof sets)(former Spink ref. 4523)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley. This portrait was used for the first time in 2003 and has since become known as the "4th portrait" of the Queen, distinguishing it from the other portraits that have been used on British coins throughout her reign.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 2360 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (4th portrait; 1/4 oz Fine Silver) 2005 coin.
