50 Pence - Elizabeth II 1979-1984 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II 1979-1984 back
50 Pence - Elizabeth II 1979-1984 photo
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50 Pence - Elizabeth II

 
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 13.5 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Guernsey
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1979-1984
Value
50 Pence (0.50&nbspGGP)
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
13.5 g
Diameter
30 mm
Thickness
2.22 mm
Shape
Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#8683
Rarity index
13%

Reverse

Ducal cap of the Duke of Normandy

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FIFTY 50 PENCE
1983

Engraver: Anthony Wagner

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50p coin from Guernsey is that it features a unique design, different from the standard 50p coins circulating in the UK. The Guernsey coin features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of a Guernsey cow on the other, celebrating the island's rich agricultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1979  20000 - - - - - -
1981  5500 - - - - - -
1982  150000 - - - - - -
1983  200000 - - - - - -
1984  200000 - - - - - -

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 1979-1984 coin.