© The Royal Mint, 2000
© The Royal Mint, 2000
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Public Libraries; 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 | 2000-2009 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.66 |
| 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 | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#275544 |
|---|---|
| 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
Released individually in 2000 while also being struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and silver piedfort. 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 Non-circulating coin 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Public Libraries; Gold Proof) 2000-2009 from United Kingdom is that it was minted to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Public Libraries Act of 1850, which allowed for the establishment of free public libraries in the UK. The coin's design features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and an image of a library on the other, symbolizing the importance of knowledge and education.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 710 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 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 (Public Libraries; Gold Proof) 2000-2009 coin.
