50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Christmas) 2003 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Christmas) 2003 back
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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Christmas

2003 year
Copper-nickel 8 g 27.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2003
Value
50 Pence 0.50 GIP = USD 0.66
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
8 g
Diameter
27.3 mm
Shape
Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#28080
Rarity index
53%

Reverse

Joseph with Mary on the easel, denomination below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CHRISTMAS
50

Edge

Plain

Comment

Issued also in a card - photo from CambridgeshireCoins:

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Christmas) 2003 from Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting a Christmas scene with a nativity scene, Santa Claus, and a Christmas tree. This design was created by the artist, Mary Milner-Dickens, and it's different from the standard 50p coin designs that are commonly found in circulation. Additionally, the coin's copper-nickel composition and 8g weight make it stand out from other coins in the series.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2003 PM - - - - - -

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