© The Royal Mint, 2019
© The Royal Mint, 2019
50 Pence - Elizabeth II The Gruffalo; Silver Proof
2019 year| Silver (.925) | 8 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2019 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#161268 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 63% |
Reverse
Colourised image of the fictional character The Gruffalo.
Script: Latin
Lettering: THE GRUFFALO®
Engraver: Magic Light Pictures
Edge
Plain
Comment
The first of 2 coins celebrating 20 years since the publication of the book – The Gruffalo®. The Gruffalo Silver Proof: Cased within an acrylic block with displays a colourful forest scene (issue limit: 25,000, sales 24,614) The coin was also available as a post office exclusive (500 sales), as a coin and stamp cover (356 sales) and available to third parties (950 sales). The coin was also produced in copper-nickel and gold. Issue Limit: 30,000© The Royal Mint, 2019
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Gruffalo 50p coin is that it features a unique design that was created by the famous children's author and illustrator, Julia Donaldson, who wrote the popular book "The Gruffalo". The coin's design showcases the beloved character of the Gruffalo himself, surrounded by a beautiful forest landscape. This coin is a special edition release, made to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the publication of the book, and it is a must-have for any fan of the Gruffalo or collector of unique coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 26420 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (The Gruffalo; Silver Proof) 2019 coin.
