© The Royal Mint, 2019
© The Royal Mint, 2019
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Wallace and Gromit; 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#183728 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Image of Wallace & Gromit as if peering from the porthole of the rocket that took them to the moon, lettering around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CASEUS PRAESTANS
WALLACE GROMIT
NP
Translation: Cracking cheese
Engraver: Nick Park
Edge
Plain
Comment
The coin design celebrates 30 years since "A Grand Day Out" was first shown in November 1989, the film’s stars Wallace and Gromit land on the surface of a 50p coin. It has been created by Nick Park and the team at Aardman; the designers initials appear on the reverse of the coin.The gold proof coin was presented in a limited presentation case with an issue limit of 630. Copper-nickel and colourised silver proof versions were also produced.
©The Royal Mint, 2019
Issue Limit: 640
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Wallace and Gromit 50p coin is that it features a unique design that was created by the renowned animator and filmmaker Nick Park, who is best known for creating the beloved characters Wallace and Gromit. The coin's design showcases Wallace and Gromit in their iconic pose, with Wallace holding a piece of cheese and Gromit standing by his side. The coin's gold color and intricate design make it a truly special collector's item for fans of the duo.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 624 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Wallace and Gromit; Gold Proof) 2019 coin.
