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50 Pence - Elizabeth II WWI - Battle of Verdun
2016 year| Gold (.999) plated steel | 27 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Jersey (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 JEP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) plated steel |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#321280 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Depiction of the Battle of Verdun
Script: Latin
Lettering:
WHAT
PASSING BELLS
FOR THESE WHO
DIE?
Engraver: Matthew Bonaccorsi
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Verdun, which took place during World War I. The Battle of Verdun was one of the longest and bloodiest battles of the war, lasting from February 21, 1916, to December 18, 1916, and resulted in over 700,000 casualties. The coin's design features an image of King George V, who was the King of the United Kingdom during World War I, and the reverse side features an image of the Battle of Verdun. The coin's gold plating and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for those interested in military history and numismatics.
