50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum; colourised) 2021 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum; colourised) 2021 back
50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum; colourised) 2021 photo
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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum; colourised

2021 year
Copper-nickel 8.00 g 27.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2021
Value
50 Pence 0.50 IMP = USD 0.65
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
8.00 g
Diameter
27.3 mm
Shape
Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided)
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#342628
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum stood looking forward surrounded by hearts & spades shapes

Script: Latin

Lettering: "There's nothing to cry about!" 50

Engravers: Stephen Lee, Matt Tindall

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a colorized image of the characters Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum from Lewis Carroll's classic tale "Through the Looking-Glass" on its reverse side. The colorization process involves applying a special finish to the coin to give it a vibrant and detailed appearance, making it stand out from other coins. This unique design adds a touch of whimsy and playfulness to the coin, making it a delightful collector's item for anyone interested in numismatics or the works of Lewis Carroll.