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50 Pence - Elizabeth II 60th Anniversary - Battle of Britain; Gold Proof
2000 year| Gold (.9167) | 15.5 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | Guernsey |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2000 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GGP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 15.5 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#386097 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pilot below flying fighter aircraft
Script: Latin
Lettering:
60th ANNIVERSARY OF THE BATTLE OF BRITAIN
FIFTY 50 PENCE
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, a significant event in World War II where the British Royal Air Force played a crucial role in defending the United Kingdom against the German Air Force. The coin's design features an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a Spitfire aircraft, which was used by the RAF during the battle, on the other side. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 1500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (60th Anniversary - Battle of Britain; Gold Proof) 2000 coin.
