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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum; colourised
2021 yearCopper-nickel | 8.00 g | 27.3 mm |
Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
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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 |
Numista | N#342628 |
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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.