50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Gentoo Penguin; Coloured) 2018 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Gentoo Penguin; Coloured) 2018 back
50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Gentoo Penguin; Coloured) 2018 photo

50 Pence - Elizabeth II Gentoo Penguin; Coloured

2018 year
Copper-nickel (diamond finish) 8.00 g 27.30 mm
Description
Issuer
Falkland Islands (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2018
Value
50 Pence 0.50 FKP = USD 0.65
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (diamond finish)
Weight
8.00 g
Diameter
27.30 mm
Thickness
1.78 mm
Shape
Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided)
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#162737
Rarity index
67%

Reverse

The coin features a headshot of a Gentoo penguin which is shown in glorious colour which features the unmistakable white bar over the crown on the head of this particular breed.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
GENTOO PENGUIN

FIFTY PENCE

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 coloured image of a Gentoo Penguin, which is a species of penguin found in the Falkland Islands. The coin's design is unique and eye-catching, making it a sought-after collector's item for numismatists and penguin enthusiasts alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2018 PM 7500 - - - - - -

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