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50 Pence - Elizabeth II RRS Discovery
2021 year| Copper-nickel (Diamond Finish) | 8 g | 27.30 mm |
| Issuer | South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2021 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (2000-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (Diamond Finish) |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.30 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#282035 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
RRS Discovery Ship Sailing
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RRS DISCOVERY
50
Engraver: Pobjoy Mint
Edge
Plain
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 200th anniversary of the discovery of the Antarctic Peninsula by British explorer James Clark Ross, who led an expedition to the region in 1821. The coin's design features an image of the RRS Discovery, the ship used by Ross during his expedition, along with an image of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for those interested in numismatics and Antarctic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 PM | 2750 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (RRS Discovery) 2021 coin.
