© The Royal Mint, 2019
© The Royal Mint, 2019
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Victoria Cross, medal; Gold Proof
2019 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) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2019 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| 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#219444 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
A depiction of both sides of a Victoria Cross medal.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
29.
JAN
1856.
VC
FOR VALOUR
CHA
FIFTY
PENCE
Engraver: Claire Aldridge
Edge
Plain
Comment
First issued in 2006 with Ian Rank-Broadley's 4th portrait, reissued in 2009 in the 16-piece sets to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the 50 pence denomination, then reissued again in 2019 with Jody Clark's 5th portrait, forming part of the 5-coin British Military set celebrating.Issue Limit: 75
©The Royal Mint, 2019
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the Victoria Cross, which is the highest military decoration for valour in the face of the enemy given to members of the British and Commonwealth armed forces. The coin's design includes an image of the Victoria Cross medal, and the inscription "Victoria Cross 1856" on the reverse side. This coin is a special edition released in 2019 to honor the bravery and sacrifice of soldiers who have been awarded the Victoria Cross.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 75 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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