Reverse © The Royal Mint, 1998
Reverse © The Royal Mint, 1998
50 Pence - Elizabeth II NHS 50th Anniversary; Silver Piedfort
1998 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 | 1998 |
| 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 |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#275827 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
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 while also being struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and gold proof.© The Royal Mint, 1998
A gold piedfort was issued in 2009 as part of the 16-piece set to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the 50 pence denomination.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the National Health Service (NHS) in the United Kingdom. The coin's design features an image of a stethoscope, symbolizing the importance of healthcare and the role of the NHS in providing quality medical care to the people of the UK.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 5117 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Silver Piedfort) 1998 coin.
