© The Royal Mint, 2022
© The Royal Mint, 2022
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee; Gold Piedfort
2022 year| Gold (.9167) | 31 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 | 2022 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 31 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#318236 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The number 70 and crowned Royal Cypher with dates below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
70
E II R
1952 - 2022
AR DO
Engraver: John Bergdahl
Edge
Plain
Comment
The first time a royal event was celebrated on a UK 50p coin. This coin was issued to commemorate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee and was issued individually. The design was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof, silver piedfort, gold proof and platinum proof.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Platinum Jubilee; Gold Piedfort) 2022 from United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Gold (.9167) weighing 31 g is that it was minted to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee, which marks 75 years since her accession to the throne. This coin is a special edition, as it is made of gold and has a higher weight than the standard 50p coin. Additionally, the coin features a unique design, showcasing the Queen's effigy on one side and the iconic St. Edward's Crown on the other.
