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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Public Libraries; Gold Piedfort
2009 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 | 2009 |
| 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 | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#275546 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
The turning pages of a stylised book on the roof of a classical library building.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·1850·2000·
50
PENCE
·PUBLIC LIBRARIES·
®
Engraver: Mary Milner Dickens
Edge
Plain
Comment
The design was originally issued in 2000 but it was struck for the first time in gold piedfort in 2009 as part of sets to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the 50 pence denomination. The coin was also issued in copper-nickel, silver proof and gold proof. Issue Limit: 40©The Royal Mint, 2009
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Public Libraries; Gold Piedfort) 2009 from United Kingdom is that it was minted to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Public Libraries Act of 1850, which established the first public libraries in the UK. The coin's design features an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of a public library on the other. The coin's gold composition and piedfort (a type of coin that is thicker and heavier than a standard coin) make it a unique and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 40 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Public Libraries; Gold Piedfort) 2009 coin.
