50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Thanksgiving Service; silver, colored) 2002 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Thanksgiving Service; silver, colored) 2002 back
50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Thanksgiving Service; silver, colored) 2002 photo
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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Thanksgiving Service; silver, colored

2002 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Falkland Islands (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2002
Value
50 Pence 0.50 FKP = USD 0.66
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.6 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Coloured, Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#78395
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Queen Elizabeth and the dome of St. Paul's Cathedral

Script: Latin

Lettering: THANKSGIVING SERVICE

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's accession to the throne, and the design features a unique depiction of the Queen in a formal dress, surrounded by a pattern of flowers and leaves, making it a distinctive and collectible piece among numismatists.