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© 69smc
50 Pence - Elizabeth II HMS Resolution, Copper-nickel
2020 year| Copper-nickel (Diamond finish) | 8 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (2000-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (Diamond finish) |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#197977 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 69% |
Reverse
HMS Resolution on the sea
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
HMS RESOLUTION
Edge
Plain
Comment
In 1775, Captain Cook made the first landing, surveying and mapping of South Georgia in the HMS Resolution. As instructed by the admiralty, on 17th January 1776, he took possession of the Island for Britain and renamed the land "Isle of Georgia" for King George III.The design of the 50p coin features Cook's ship, the HMS Resolution, which was a sloop of the Royal Navy that called it "the Ship of my Choice and the fittest for service of any I have seen". The obverse of the coin features the exclusive Pobjoy Mint effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the HMS Resolution, a British ship that was part of Captain James Cook's second voyage to the South Atlantic in the late 18th century. The coin's design also includes an image of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse side. The use of copper-nickel material and the diamond finish give the coin a distinctive look and feel, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 DA | 2750 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (HMS Resolution, Copper-nickel) 2020 coin.
