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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Johnson's Dictionary; Silver Piedfort
2005 year| Silver (.925) | 16 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 16 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#131758 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 58% |
Reverse
Entries from Samuel Johnson's Dictionary of the English Language, defining the denomination in words.
Lettering:
·50·
FI'FTY.adj
.s.[ƑiƑtiʒ, Saxon.
PENCE. n. S.
plural of penny.
JOHNSON'S DICTIONARY 1755
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Engraver: Tom Phillips
Edge
Plain
Comment
Released individually as well as in the Annual Piedfort set, while also being struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and gold proof. Issue Limit: 5,000© The Royal Mint, 2005
A gold piedfort was issued in 2009 as part of the 16-piece set to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the 50 pence denomination.
(former Spink ref. 4616)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a portrait of Samuel Johnson, the renowned English writer and lexicographer, along with a quote from his famous dictionary. This design was created to commemorate the 250th anniversary of Johnson's Dictionary, which was first published in 1755. The coin's design is the work of the artist, David Gentleman, who is known for his intricate and detailed engravings.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 3808 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Johnson's Dictionary; Silver Piedfort) 2005 coin.
