50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Fram) 2022 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Fram) 2022 back
50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Fram) 2022 photo
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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Fram

2022 year
Copper-nickel (Diamond finish) 8 g 27.3 mm
Description
Issuer
British Antarctic Territory (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2022
Value
50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.66
Currency
Pound sterling (1991-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (Diamond finish)
Weight
8 g
Diameter
27.3 mm
Thickness
1.78 mm
Shape
Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#322030
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Ship sailing right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
50
DA
FRAM

Edge

Plain

Comment



The design on the coin features the Fram, a three-masted schooner which was designed to withstand the freezing waters of the Arctic and Antarctic regions. The Fram was designed and built by the Scottish-Norwegian shipwright Colin Archer for Fridtjof Nansen's 1893 Arctic expedition. Nansen had planned to freeze Fram into the Arctic ice sheet and float with it over the North Pole.

The ship is said to have sailed farther north and farther south than any other wooden ship. Before the Titanic, the Fram was the most famous ship in the world.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II in a framed format, which is not commonly seen in other coins. The frame surrounding the Queen's portrait is adorned with intricate details and patterns, making it a standout feature of the coin. Additionally, the use of copper-nickel material with a diamond finish gives the coin a distinctive shine and durability.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2022 PM 2750 - - - - - -

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