© The Royal Mint, 2017
© The Royal Mint, 2017
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Tom Kitten; Silver Proof
2017 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 | 2017 |
| 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#120295 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 62% |
Reverse
Facing colourised image of Tom Kitten dividing legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TOM KITTEN
en
Engraver: Emma Noble
Edge
Plain
Comment
The third release in the 4-coin Beatrix Potter 2017 Collection.This design was also struck in copper-nickel, A limited edition presentation of 30,000 were produced in a Perspex block.
Issue Limit: 40,000
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Tom Kitten; Silver Proof) 2017 from United Kingdom is that it features a unique design of Tom Kitten, a beloved character from Beatrix Potter's children's books, on the reverse side of the coin. This design was created by renowned artist and designer, Emma Noble, and it's the first time that Tom Kitten has appeared on a UK coin. The coin's design also includes the inscription "Tom Kitten" and the coin's denomination, "50 Pence," in a playful, cursive font. This coin is a rare and special collector's item for anyone who loves Beatrix Potter's stories and characters, as well as for coin collectors who appreciate unique and beautiful designs.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 34140 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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