50 Pounds - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; 1/2 oz Fine Gold) 2013 front 50 Pounds - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; 1/2 oz Fine Gold) 2013 back
50 Pounds - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; 1/2 oz Fine Gold) 2013 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2013

50 Pounds - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; 1/2 oz Fine Gold

2013 year
Gold (.9999) 15.6 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2013
Value
50 Pounds 50 GBP = USD 65
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999)
Weight
15.6 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#303260
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Seated figure of Britannia holding a trident with shield at her side and an owl upon her knee, legend above and in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BRITANNIA
1/2 OUNCE FINE GOLD
2013

Engraver: Robert Hunt

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Released as part of the 2013 6-coin Gold Britannia set, with an issue limit of 550 (261 sales) and the 3-coin premium set with an issue limit of 125 (90 sales). For the first time, the proof pieces have a reverse design which differs from the standard (bullion-grade) Britannias issued the same year. Also, for the first time, all coins in this set are struck in 'four-nines fine' (999.9) gold.

© The Royal Mint, 2013

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a majestic portrait of Elizabeth II, created by sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley. This design was specifically commissioned for this coin and has not been used on any other currency. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2013  351 - - - - - -

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