© Dangravy
© Dangravy
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Gentoo Penguin
| Copper-nickel | 8.00 g | 27.30 mm |
| Issuer | Falkland Islands (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 2018-2021 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 FKP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 8.00 g |
| Diameter | 27.30 mm |
| Thickness | 1.78 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#170273 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 27% |
Reverse
The coin features a headshot of a Gentoo penguin which is shown non-coloured.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GENTOO PENGUIN
FIFTY PENCE
Engraver: Pobjoy Mint
Edge
Plain
Comment
The Gentoo is the most widespread occurring penguin on the Falkland Islands which are home to the largest population of this species of penguins on Earth. Gentoo penguins are a long-tailed species of penguins first described by science in 1781 on the Falkland Islands by naturalist Johann Reinhold Forster who travelled the world with Captain James Cook.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Gentoo Penguin, which is a species of penguin that can be found in the Falkland Islands. The coin's design highlights the penguin's distinctive white stripes and orange beak, making it a visually striking and collectible coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2021 AA | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Gentoo Penguin) 2018-2021 coin.
