© The Royal Mint, 2021
© The Royal Mint, 2021
50 Pence - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; Owl
2021 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 | 2021 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.66 |
| 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#303782 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
An image of Owl, legend left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
OWL
©Disney
Engraver: ©The Walt Disney Company
Edge
Plain
Comment
The fifth of 9 coins celebrating A.A. Milne's Winnie The Pooh, the coin was also struck in copper-nickel, colourised silver proof and gold proof. This colourised copper-nickel edition was exclusive to the Royal Mint. Issue Limit: 45,000© The Royal Mint, 2021
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; Owl) 2021 from United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Copper-nickel weighing 8 g is that it features a unique owl design on the reverse side, which was created by British artist and designer, David Lawrence. The owl is depicted perched on a branch, with intricate feather details and a majestic gaze. The design is meant to symbolize wisdom, insight, and sharp vision, which are all qualities associated with the owl. This coin is a special edition release and is not meant for circulation, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts and fans of the British royal family.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 11147 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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