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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Churchill - Author
2005 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Falkland Islands (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 FKP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#323504 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Winston Churchill seated at his desk.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CHURCHILL - MAN OF MANY PARTS
1874 AUTHOR 1965
Engraver: David Cornell
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the life and works of Sir Winston Churchill, who was a renowned author and statesman. The coin's design includes an image of Churchill's profile, along with a quote from one of his most famous speeches, "We shall never surrender." This coin was issued in 2005 as part of a series of coins celebrating the 40th anniversary of Churchill's death.
