50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Queen Mother; Silver Proof Issue) 1980 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Queen Mother; Silver Proof Issue) 1980 back
50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Queen Mother; Silver Proof Issue) 1980 photo
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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Queen Mother; Silver Proof Issue

1980 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Falkland Islands (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1980
Value
50 Pence 0.50 FKP = USD 0.66
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#44631
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother’s bust left

Script: Latin

Lettering:
QUEEN ELIZABETH
THE QUEEN MOTHER
1900·AUGUST 4·1980

Engraver: Philip Nathan

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issue Limit: 25,000

This coin was issued in a 7-coin Silver Proof Set which comprised of crown sized coins from the following countries: Gibraltar, Guernsey, St Helena, Tristan da Cunha, Tuvalu and United Kingdom

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the Queen Mother's effigy on the obverse, while the reverse features a depiction of the Falkland Islands' iconic wildlife, including penguins and seals. This design was specifically created for the Silver Proof Issue of the 50 Pence coin, making it a distinctive and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.