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© collectorshandbook2012
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Royal Marines - Capture of Gibraltar; Silver Proof
2004 year| Silver (.925) | 8 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2004 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GIP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#428613 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Capture of Gibraltar
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GIBRALTAR 1704
50 PENCE
Edge
Plain
Comment
Coin is a part of six coin set (photos from collectorshandbook2012):
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Royal Marines' capture of Gibraltar during the Napoleonic Wars. The coin's design features an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of the Royal Marines' landing on the shores of Gibraltar on the other. The coin's silver content and proof finish add to its collectibility and numismatic value.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Royal Marines - Capture of Gibraltar; Silver Proof) 2004 coin.
