© The Royal Mint, 2019
© The Royal Mint, 2019
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Victoria Cross, soldier; 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#219453 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Soldier carrying a wounded comrade against a silhouette of the Victoria Cross, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIFTY PENCE
CD
Engraver: Clive Duncan
Edge
Plain
Comment
First issued as a gold proof 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, 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: 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, 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 depicts a soldier wearing a Victoria Cross medal, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves, and the inscription "Victoria Cross 1856 2019" on the reverse side. This coin is a special edition, made of gold, and has a limited mintage, making it a highly collectible piece for coin enthusiasts and military history buffs.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 75 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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