© The Royal Mint, 2019
© The Royal Mint, 2019
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Victoria Cross, medal; Silver Piedfort
2019 year| Silver (.925) | 16 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 | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 16 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#219437 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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 as a silver piedfort with Ian Rank-Broadley's 4th portrait, then reissued again in 2019 with Jody Clark's 5th portrait, forming part of the 5-coin British Military set celebrating 50 years of the 50p.Issue Limit: 1,220
©The Royal Mint, 2019
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing 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 also includes a silver piedfort, which is a technique used to create a thicker, more detailed strike than traditional coins. This makes the coin a special and collectible item for coin enthusiasts and history buffs.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 333 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Victoria Cross, medal; Silver Piedfort) 2019 coin.
