Obverse © The London Coin Company – Reverse © The Royal Mint, 2009
Obverse © The London Coin Company – Reverse © The Royal Mint, 2009
50 Pence - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; EEC 50p Anniversary
2009 year| Copper-nickel | 8 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 | 2009 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#274356 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Denomination below date surrounded by circle of nine hands, symbolising the nine members of the EEC, clasping one another in a mutual gesture of trust, assistance and friendship.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1973
50
PENCE
Engraver: David Wynne
Edge
Plain
Comment
Originally issued in 1973 with the Arnold Machin 2nd portrait it was re-issued as part of the 16-piece set to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the 50 pence denomination. This design was also struck in silver proof, gold proof and gold piedfort. Issue limit: 5,000.©The Royal Mint, 2009
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the European Economic Community (EEC), which is now known as the European Union (EU). The coin features a unique design that includes the EEC's original 6 member states' flags, surrounded by the words "EEC 50th Anniversary" and "1957-2007". This coin is a rare and collectible item for numismatists and those interested in European history and politics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1039 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; EEC 50p Anniversary) 2009 coin.
