50 Pence - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; Commonwealth Games - Wales
2022 year| Copper-nickel | 8 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2022 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#331070 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 63% |
Reverse
Symbol of Commonwealth Sport, lettering below with privy mark.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
N·P
BIRMINGHAM 2022
COMMONWEALTH
GAMES
Engraver: Natasha Preece
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin was issued to commemorate the Birmingham Commonwealth Games and the non-coloured variety without privy mark was included as part of the Annual Proof sets, while this coloured Brilliant Uncirculated strike was issued individually. There were 4 different privy marks added to the coloured BU, one for each of the 4 nations of the UK. The coin was also struck in silver proof, coloured silver proof, silver piedfort, coloured silver piedfort, gold proof and platinum proof. The mintage comprised an individual pack (2,498 sales) and part of a four coin pack (2,497 sales).
© The Royal Mint, 2022
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the Commonwealth Games, which is a multi-sport event held every four years. The coin's design depicts a sprinter in motion, symbolizing the athleticism and competition that embodies the spirit of the Commonwealth Games. Additionally, the coin's obverse features the 5th portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, making it a special collector's item for numismatists and fans of the royal family.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 4995 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Commonwealth Games - Wales) 2022 coin.
