


© The Royal Mint, 2019
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Britannia, 50 Years; Silver Piedfort
2019 yearSilver (.925) | 16 g | 27.3 mm |
Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
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Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2019 |
Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
Composition | Silver (.925) |
Weight | 16 g |
Diameter | 27.3 mm |
Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#232697 |
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Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Seated figure of Britannia facing right with trident and shield in right hand, olive branch in outstretched left and a lion at her feet, legend above, denomination below. Privy marks right of denomination and on rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NEW PENCE
50
A B C D E F G
Engraver: Christopher Ironside
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issued individually to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the 50 pence piece. On the outer rim the letters A to G appear on each point and are joined by arced crossing lines. A spirograph-type privy mark appears alongside the denomination. The design was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof, gold proof and gold piedfort. Issue limit: 1,979.©The Royal Mint, 2019
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a special design of Britannia, the iconic symbol of Britain, to commemorate 50 years of the coin's issuance. The design depicts Britannia standing on the shore, looking out towards the sea, with a strong wind blowing her hair and robes. The design is meant to symbolize the enduring spirit of Britain and its people, and the coin's silver composition and detailed craftsmanship make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2019 | 1962 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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