50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Liberation; Gold Proof Issue) 1982 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Liberation; Gold Proof Issue) 1982 back
50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Liberation; Gold Proof Issue) 1982 photo
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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Liberation; Gold Proof Issue

1982 year
Gold (.917) 47.54 g 38.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Falkland Islands (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1982
Value
50 Pence 0.50 FKP = USD 0.66
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
47.54 g
Diameter
38.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#196035
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Flag background design with Arms at left, liberation date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LIBERATION
DESIRE THE RIGHT
14th JUNE 1982

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1982 Falkland Islands 50p coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the liberation of the Falkland Islands from Argentine occupation during the Falklands War in 1982. The coin's design features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of the Falkland Islands' coat of arms on the other. The coin was produced in a limited quantity of 1,000 gold proof issues, making it a rare and valuable collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1982  25 - - - - - -

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