Obverse © Dangravy
Obverse © Dangravy
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Southern Rockhopper; Coloured
2018 year| Copper-nickel (diamond finish) | 8.00 g | 27.30 mm |
| Issuer | Falkland Islands (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2018 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 FKP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (diamond finish) |
| Weight | 8.00 g |
| Diameter | 27.30 mm |
| Thickness | 1.78 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#162744 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
The coin features a headshot of this delightful penguin in fabulous colour which really highlights their special plumage.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROCKHOPPER PENGUIN
FIFTY PENCE
Engraver: Pobjoy Mint
Comment
The smallest and most agile penguin in the Falkland Islands, the Southern Rockhopper is easily recognisable with its straight thin yellow eyebrows with yellow plumes hanging above and behind the eyes. Unlike other breeds of penguin who get around obstacles by sliding or awkward climbing, rockhoppers will try and jump over boulders and across cracks. The breed is classified as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature with the population declining by a third in the last three decades.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a colorful illustration of a Southern Rockhopper penguin, which is a species of penguin that is native to the Falkland Islands. The coin's design is meant to highlight the unique wildlife of the islands and to promote conservation efforts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 PM | 7500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Southern Rockhopper; Coloured) 2018 coin.
