© The London Coin Company
© The London Coin Company
50 Pence - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; Britannia, Platinum Proof
2008 year| Platinum (.999) | 19.1 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Platinum (.999) |
| Weight | 19.1 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#200118 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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
The 2008 strike was released as part of the changeover from the Emblems of Britain to the Royal Shield (Issue Limit: 250). The coin was also issued in copper-nickel, silver proof and gold proof.© The Royal Mint, 2008
Krause SCWC ref.
At the time of publishing this page, this type could not be found in the Krause catalogue or at ngccoin.com. The reference 991c is attributed based on the original Cu-Ni type being 991 and the suffix 'c' usually indicating a platinum sub-type.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting Britannia, the symbol of Britain, standing on the shore, looking out towards the sea. The design is meant to represent the country's rich history and its strong connection to the sea. The use of platinum, a rare and valuable metal, adds to the coin's exclusivity and collectibility.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 250 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Britannia, Platinum Proof) 2008 coin.
