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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Jacques-Yves Cousteau; Silver
2022 yearSilver (.925) | 8 g | 27.3 mm |
Issuer | British Antarctic Territory (British Overseas Territories) |
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Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2022 |
Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
Currency | Pound sterling (1991-date) |
Composition | Silver (.925) |
Weight | 8 g |
Diameter | 27.3 mm |
Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-08 |
Numista | N#345585 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Balloon above a ship in icy water.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIFTY PENCE
Edge
Plain
Comment
Jacques-Yves Cousteau was a French naval officer, explorer, conservationist, film maker, scientist, photographer, author and researcher who studied the sea and all forms of life in water.
The design features the research vessel Calypso with a balloon set to take off for aerial exploration in the icy Antarctic waters.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design depicting Jacques-Yves Cousteau, a famous oceanographer and explorer, on the reverse side, while the obverse side features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. This coin is a non-circulating coin, meaning it is not intended for general circulation and is instead produced in limited quantities for collectors. Additionally, the coin is made of silver (.925) and weighs 8 grams, making it a valuable and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2022 PM | 195 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Jacques-Yves Cousteau; Silver) 2022 coin.