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50 Pence - Elizabeth II European Union; Gold Piedfort
2009 year| Gold (.9167) | 31 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 | 2009 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 31 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#275831 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pattern of twelve stars representing the twelve members of the European Union, with commemorative dates and denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1973 EU 1998
50 PENCE
JWM
Engraver: John Mills
Edge
Plain
Comment
The design was originally issued in 1998 but it was struck for the first time in gold piedfort in 2009 as part of sets to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the 50 pence denomination. The coin was also issued in copper-nickel, silver proof and gold proof. Issue Limit: 40©The Royal Mint, 2009
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the European Union, and features a unique design that includes the EU flag and the inscription "25 Years of the European Union" on its reverse side.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 40 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (European Union; Gold Piedfort) 2009 coin.
