© The Royal Mint, 2022
© The Royal Mint, 2022
50 Pence - Elizabeth II The Snowman and The Snowdog; Gold Proof
2022 year| Gold (.9167) | 15.5 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2022 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 15.5 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#345536 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Colourised image of The Snowman with The Snowdog.
Designer: Robin Shaw
Edge
Plain
Comment
This is the fifth time The Snowman has been celebrated on a UK coin. Issued as individual pieces, the coin was also struck in copper-nickel, colourised copper-nickel and silver proof. Issue limit: 135.©The Royal Mint, 2022
This strike was issued after the passing of Queen Elizabeth II but the design continued to bear the image of The Queen, in support of His Majesty the King's ambition for a sustainable transition. This ensured minimal environmental impact as the designs, tools and packaging for these products had already been produced.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the beloved characters from the classic children's book and animated film, "The Snowman" and "The Snowdog." The coin's design depicts the Snowman and the Snowdog playing together in the snow, surrounded by a festive atmosphere, making it a delightful collector's item for fans of the story and numismatists alike.
