© The Royal Mint, 1973
© The Royal Mint, 1973
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Entry into EEC; Silver Piedfort
1973 year| Silver (.925) | 27 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1973 |
| Value | 50 Pence (0.50 GBP) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 28 February 1998 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#275853 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Denomination below date surrounded by circle of nine hands, symbolising the nine members of the EEC, clasping one another in a mutual gesture of trust, assistance and friendship.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1973
50
PENCE
Engraver: David Wynne
Edge
Plain
Comment
Unknown number issued to EEC Finance Ministers and other senior officials on the occasion of the UK joining the European Economic Community. Issued in silver on a thicker planchet than the copper-nickel proof strikes. Thought to be quite scarce as the Krause Market Value is significantly higher than other piedfort pieces.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the United Kingdom's entry into the European Economic Community (EEC), which is now known as the European Union (EU). The coin's design features a stylized depiction of the UK's entry into the EEC, with the words "Entry into EEC" inscribed above the image. This coin is a rare and unique piece of numismatic history, as it marks a significant moment in the UK's economic and political relationship with Europe.
