© The Royal Mint, 2016
© The Royal Mint, 2016
50 Pounds - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; 1/2 oz Fine Gold
2016 year| Gold (.9999) | 15.6 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#302757 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Standing figure of Britannia holding trident and shield with lion beside, legend around, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITANNIA 1/2 oz FINE GOLD 999.9
2016
Engraver: Suzie Zamit
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Released as part of the 6-coin Gold Britannia set, with an issue limit of 175 (174 sales), as well as the 5-coin Gold Britannia set, with an issue limit of 50 (50 sales) and a 3-coin Gold Britannia set with an issue limit of 70 (69 sales).© The Royal Mint, 2016
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a majestic portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, created by sculptor Jody Clark. The design is notable for being the first time a royal portrait was created using digital technology, specifically a 3D modeling software. This innovative approach allowed for intricate details and a lifelike representation of the Queen, making the coin a standout in the world of numismatics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 293 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pounds - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; 1/2 oz Fine Gold) 2016 coin.
