50 Pence - Elizabeth II European Union; Silver Piedfort
1998 year| Silver (.925) | 16 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 | 1998 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 16 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#223991 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
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
This coin commemorates the 25th Anniversary of the United Kingdom's membership of the European Union, and its six-month Presidency of the Council of Ministers in the first half of the year. This design was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and gold proof.© The Royal Mint, 1998
A gold piedfort was issued in 2009 as part of the 16-piece set to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the 50 pence denomination.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the United Kingdom's membership in the European Union. The coin's design features a unique combination of the UK's national emblem, the Tudor rose, and the EU's flag, symbolizing the country's connection to both its national heritage and its commitment to European unity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 8440 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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