50 Pence - Elizabeth II Johnson's Dictionary; Silver Proof
| Silver (.925) | 8 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 2005-2009 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#204656 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
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 in 2005 while also being struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and gold proof. Issue Limit: 7,500The coin was re-issued in 2009 as part of the 16-piece set (1,168 sales) to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the 50 pence denomination. The 2009 issue was also struck in copper-nickel, gold proof and gold piedfort. Issue limit: 5,000.
©The Royal Mint, 2009
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that pays tribute to Samuel Johnson's Dictionary, which was first published in 1755. The coin's reverse side depicts a vignette of Johnson's dictionary, along with a quote from the dictionary's preface: "The only end of writing is to enable the readers better to enjoy life." This design was created by sculptor and engraver, Ian Rank-Broadley, and was used on a series of coins issued by the Royal Mint between 2005 and 2009.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 4029 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2009 | 1168 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 Proof) 2005-2009 coin.
