


Obverse © The London Coin Company – Reverse © The Royal Mint, 2009
50 Pence - Elizabeth II D-Day Anniversary; Silver Proof
2009 yearSilver (.925) | 8 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 | 2009 |
Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
Composition | Silver (.925) |
Weight | 8 g |
Diameter | 27.3 mm |
Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#274345 |
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Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Design representing the Allied invasion force of landing craft and aircraft heading for Normandy, filling the sea and sky.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
PENCE
JM
Engraver: John Mills
Edge
Plain
Comment
Originally issued in 1994 with the Maklouf third portrait, this design was re-issued as part of the 16-piece set to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the 50 pence denomination. This coin was also struck in copper-nickel, gold proof and gold piedfort. Issue limit: 5,000.©The Royal Mint, 2009
The design was used again in 2019 with the Jody Clark fifth portrait to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 50p in the Military set.
(Currently not listed in Krause & Mischler SCWC)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (D-Day Anniversary; Silver Proof) 2009 from United Kingdom is that it was minted to commemorate the 65th anniversary of D-Day, a significant event in World War II. The coin's design features a depiction of the Normandy landings, with the words "D-Day" and "65th Anniversary" inscribed above and below the image. The coin's silver content and proof finish add to its collectibility and value, making it a unique and meaningful tribute to this important historical event.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2009 | 1168 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (D-Day Anniversary; Silver Proof) 2009 coin.