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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Bayeux Tapestry - 5 Duke William ordered ships
2016 year| Silver (.999) | 2.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Jersey (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 JEP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Size | 18.72 × 10.5 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#351876 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Part of scene number 35 from Bayeux Tapestry: Here Duke William ordered ships to be built
Script: Latin
Lettering: HIC WILLELM DUX JUSSIT NAVES EDIFICARE
Unabridged legend: HIC WILLELM[US] DUX JUSSIT NAVES [A]EDIFICARE
Translation: Here Duke William ordered ships to be built
Edge
Plain
Comment
See here https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bayeux_Tapestry_tituli point 35.This is the coin number 5 in the 12-coins collection:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 950th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings, which took place in 1066. The coin's design depicts Duke William, who later became King William I of England, ordering ships to be built in preparation for the invasion of England. The Bayeux Tapestry, which is a 70-meter long embroidered cloth that tells the story of the Norman Conquest of England, is also featured on the coin. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for anyone interested in history, numismatics, or British culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 9500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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