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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Montreal Olympics; Silver Proof Issue
1997 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Ascension Island (Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 50 Pence (0.50) |
| Currency | Pound (1976-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#82723 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Portraits of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip with show jumper in foreground, with golden shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1947 ELIZABETH AND PHILIP 1997
· 50 PENCE
MONTREAL OLYMPICS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Similar to copper-nickel version, KM#11, which does not have golden shieldInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 1997 Montreal Olympics, which were held in Canada. The coin features a unique design that showcases the Olympic rings and the year of the games, making it a distinctive and valuable collector's item for coin enthusiasts and Olympic memorabilia collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Montreal Olympics; Silver Proof Issue) 1997 coin.
