50 Pence - Elizabeth II Green turtle
2019 year| Copper-nickel (Diamond finish) | 8 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | British Indian Ocean Territory (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2019 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (2008-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, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#176978 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Colourised picture of a Green Turtle swimming to the right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GREEN TURTLE
DA
FIFTY PENCE
Edge
Plain
Comment
British Indian Ocean Territory Turtles:
The Green Sea Turtle will travel long distances between feeding grounds and hatching beaches, it’s estimated that 1,000 females nest annually on the protected beaches of the British Indian Ocean Territory. This species is also listed as endangered. Sea Turtles are paramount to the many species whose survival is dependent on a healthy seagrass bed and coral reef.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design of a green turtle on the reverse side, which is a symbol of the British Indian Ocean Territory's rich marine life and conservation efforts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 PM | 3750 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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