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50 Pence - Elizabeth II USS Winston Churchill; Silver proof issue
1999 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Falkland Islands (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 FKP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#68017 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Churchill in full regalia of the Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports,
date below ship at left
Script: Latin
Lettering:
WINSTON CHURCHILL 1874-1965
1999
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Image is of Winston S. Churchill, at the ceremony for his installation as Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports at Dover Castle (Dover, Kent, England). His full regalia is a version of the Royal Navy Full Dress. Photograph taken on 14 August 1946
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and the USS Winston Churchill on the other. The USS Winston Churchill is a British warship that played a significant role in the Falklands War, and its inclusion on the coin serves as a nod to the Falkland Islands' history and connection to the British military.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 2145 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (USS Winston Churchill; Silver proof issue) 1999 coin.
