© The Royal Mint, 2016
© The Royal Mint, 2016
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Battle of Hastings; Gold Proof
2016 year| Gold (.9167) | 15.5 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 | 2016 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (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 | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#91262 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Image of King Harold with an arrow in his eye and three in his shield dividing date, legend around, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BATTLE OF HASTINGS
10 66
JB
2016
Engraver: John Bergdahl
Edge
Plain
Comment
Released as part of the 2016 annual gold proof sets (82 sales), as well as individually (319 sales) the design was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and silver piedfort.Issue Limit: 500
©The Royal Mint, 2016
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Battle of Hastings; Gold Proof) 2016 coin is that it commemorates the 950th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, a significant event in British history. The coin's design features an image of King Harold II, who was defeated in the battle, and the reverse side shows a depiction of the Normans' invasion of England. The coin's gold composition and limited mintage make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 401 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 Hastings; Gold Proof) 2016 coin.
