Obverse © coinman1 (CC BY) – Reverse © ZacUK
Obverse © coinman1 (CC BY) – Reverse © ZacUK
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Battle of Britain
2000 year| Copper-nickel | 8 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 | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.78 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#23164 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
The Spitfire fighter plane and a Battle of Britain pilot
Script: Latin
Lettering:
60th ANNIVERSARY OF THE BATTLE OF BRITAIN
FIFTY PENCE
50
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Battle of Britain) 2000 from Guernsey coin is that it features a unique reverse design that commemorates the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Britain. The design depicts a Spitfire aircraft, which played a crucial role in the battle, soaring above the English Channel, with the sun setting in the background. This design was created by artist and sculptor, John Mills, and it is only found on this specific coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Battle of Britain) 2000 coin.
