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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Black-browned Albatross; Silver Proof Issue
1997 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Falkland Islands (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 FKP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#18426 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
A pair of black-brown albatrosses flying left with the year above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1997
WWF CONSERVING NATURE
Comment
0.841 oz ASWInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design of the Black-browed Albatross, a bird species that is native to the Falkland Islands. The coin's design showcases the bird in flight, with its distinctive black brow and white feathers, set against a proof silver background. This design was created by the Falkland Islands' local artist, Margaret M. Scott, and it is a rare and beautiful representation of the island's wildlife on a coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Black-browned Albatross; Silver Proof Issue) 1997 coin.
