© The Royal Mint, 2020
© The Royal Mint, 2020
50 Pence - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; 1/40 oz Fine Gold
2020 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 | 2020 |
| 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#301528 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Standing figure of Britannia with trident in her left hand and shield in her right, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITANNIA 1/40 oz 999.9 FINE GOLD
2020
JT
Engraver: James Tottle
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued as part of the 6-coin Gold Britannia sets for 2020, Issue Limit: 150© The Royal Mint, 2020
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50p coin is that it features a unique reverse design, created by sculptor and designer, David Knapton, which showcases a majestic effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by a pattern of intricate floral details, symbolizing the monarch's long-standing reign and her commitment to the Commonwealth.
