© The Royal Mint, 2019
© The Royal Mint, 2019
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Battle of Britain; Gold Piedfort
2019 year| Gold (.9167) | 31 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 | 2019 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 31 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#219484 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Airmen running to their planes with enemy aircraft overhead.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
THE
BATTLE OF BRITAIN
GB
1940
Engraver: Gary Breeze
Edge
Plain
Comment
Although this strike is a reissue of the 2015 design this is the first time that it was produced in gold piedfort. It formed part of the 5-coin British Military set celebrating 50 years of the 50p.Issue Limit: 50
©The Royal Mint, 2019
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Battle of Britain; Gold Piedfort 50p coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, a pivotal air campaign fought between the British Royal Air Force and the German Luftwaffe during World War II. The coin's design features a Spitfire plane, which was one of the main fighter planes used by the RAF during the battle, and the words "Battle of Britain" written in bold, golden letters. The coin's gold composition and intricate design make it a valuable and collectible item for coin enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 44 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Gold Piedfort) 2019 coin.
