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50 Pence - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; Victoria Cross, medal
| Copper-nickel | 8 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 2006-2009 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.78 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#5527 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
Reverse
A depiction of both sides of a Victoria Cross medal, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
29.
JAN
1856.
VC
FOR VALOUR
CHA
FIFTY
PENCE
Engraver: Claire Aldridge
Edge
Plain
Comment
As well as being for circulation, the 2006 strike was issued as part of the Annual Coin Sets for 2006, in both Brilliant Uncirculated & Proof qualities. It was also available in a twin BU pack (37,176 sales) with the Victoria Cross Medal design.