Obverse © The Royal Mint, 2021 – Reverse © Royal Mint 2021
Obverse © The Royal Mint, 2021 – Reverse © Royal Mint 2021
50 Pence - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; 1/40 oz Fine Gold
2021 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 | 2021 |
| 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#281524 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
A depiction of the figure of Britannia aside a seated lion, legend above, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITANNIA
1/40 OZ 999.9 FINE GOLD
2021
PJL
Engraver: P.J. Lynch
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Available in the 6-coin Gold Britannia Proof Set for 2021 with an issue limit of 150 sets© The Royal Mint, 2021
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique 1/40 oz gold weight, which is not commonly used in coin production. This makes it a distinctive and rare collector's item for numismatists and gold enthusiasts.
