© The Royal Mint, 2022
© The Royal Mint, 2022
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Commonwealth Games; Platinum Proof
2022 year| Platinum (.9995) | 19.09 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2022 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Platinum (.9995) |
| Weight | 19.09 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#321887 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Symbol of Commonwealth Sport, lettering below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
N·P
BIRMINGHAM 2022
COMMONWEALTH
GAMES
Engraver: Natasha Preece
Edge
Plain
Comment
The coin was issued as part of the Annual Platinum Commemorative Proof set for 2022 to commemorate The Queens Platinum Jubilee. The coin was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof, silver piedfort and gold proof. Issue limit: 30
© The Royal Mint, 2022
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique reverse design, created by artist David Knapton, which depicts a sprinter crossing the finish line, symbolizing the Commonwealth Games, which is a multi-sport event held every four years. The coin's design is meant to commemorate the 2022 Commonwealth Games, which was held in Birmingham, England.
