© The Royal Mint, 2017
© The Royal Mint, 2017
50 Pence - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; 1/40 oz Fine Gold
2017 year| Gold (.9999) | 0.8 g | 8 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#244039 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Stylized image of Britannia as the map of Britain with trident and shield, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITANNIA 1/40 OZ FINE GOLD 999.9 2017
LWT
Designer: Louis Tamlyn
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Released as part of the 6-coin Gold Britannia set, with an issue limit of 250 (176 sales), as well as individually (871 sales) to commemorate the thirtieth anniversary of the gold Britannia series, this coin features the Trident mint mark with the number 30. Issue limit 2,080.© The Royal Mint, 2017
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50p coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, created by sculptor Jody Clark. This design was specifically commissioned for the 50p coin and has not been used on any other coin or currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1047 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (5th portrait; 1/40 oz Fine Gold) 2017 coin.
