© The Royal Mint, 2020
© The Royal Mint, 2020
50 Pence - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; 1/4 oz Fine Silver
2020 year| Silver (.999) | 7.86 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 7.86 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#228924 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Standing figure of Britannia with trident in her left hand and shield in her right, Union Jack behind, date right, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITANNIA 1/4 oz 999 FINE SILVER
2020
JT
Engraver: James Tottle
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Available in the 6-coin Silver Britannia Proof Set for 2020 with an issue limit of 1,000 sets.Issue Limit: 1,000
© The Royal Mint, 2020
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, created by artist David Knapton, which showcases a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II surrounded by a pattern of roses, thistles, and shamrocks, symbolizing the unity of the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and Crown Dependencies.
