© The Royal Mint, 1998
© The Royal Mint, 1998
50 Pence - Elizabeth II NHS 50th Anniversary; Gold Proof
| Gold (.9167) | 15.5 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 | 1998-2009 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 15.5 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#275825 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
A pair of hands set against a pattern of radiating lines, denomination below, legend above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NHS NHS NHS NHS NHS
FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY
50
DC
PENCE
Engraver: David Cornell
Edge
Plain
Comment
Released individually in 1998 while also being struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and silver piedfort.© The Royal Mint, 1998
The coin was re-issued in 2009 as part of the 16-piece set (70 sales) to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the 50 pence denomination. The 2009 issue was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and gold piedfort. Issue limit: 70.
©The Royal Mint, 2009
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the NHS 50th Anniversary Gold Proof 50p coin is that it was issued in a limited edition of only 5,000 coins, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 651 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2009 | 70 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (NHS 50th Anniversary; Gold Proof) 1998-2009 coin.
