50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Queen Mother) 2000 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Queen Mother) 2000 back
50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Queen Mother) 2000 photo
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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Queen Mother

2000 year
Copper-nickel 28.7 g 38.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Ascension Island (Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2000
Value
50 Pence (0.50)
Currency
Pound (1976-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
28.7 g
Diameter
38.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#48702
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

Queen Mothers bust facing.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
QUEEN ELIZABETH THE QUEEN MOTHER
· 1900-2000 ·

Engraver: David Cornell

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, specifically the Queen Mother, on the obverse side, while the reverse side features an image of the Ascension Island's famous Green Mountain. This coin is also notable for its limited mintage of only 10,000 pieces, making it a rare and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.