50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Queen Victoria) 2001 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Queen Victoria) 2001 back
50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Queen Victoria) 2001 photo
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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Queen Victoria

2001 year
Copper-nickel 29.10 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Falkland Islands (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2001
Value
50 Pence 0.50 FKP = USD 0.66
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
29.10 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#114069
Rarity index
86%

Reverse

Queen Victoria bust left, surrounded by a legend and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VICTORIA REGINA
1837 1901
DC
2001

Engraver: David Cornell

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Victoria, who ruled the United Kingdom from 1837 to 1901, instead of the usual effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, who was the reigning monarch at the time of the coin's minting in 2001. This design choice was made to commemorate the centenary of Queen Victoria's death.