50 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Gold Standard; 1/2 oz Fine Gold) 2022 front 50 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Gold Standard; 1/2 oz Fine Gold) 2022 back
50 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Gold Standard; 1/2 oz Fine Gold) 2022 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2022

50 Pounds - Elizabeth II Gold Standard; 1/2 oz Fine Gold

2022 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
2022
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#397441
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

A scales design referencing the gold standard and how measurements were made to ensure accuracy.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
THE GOLD STANDARD
2022
DME
· 1/2oz · FINE GOLD · 999.9 ·

Designer: Dominique Evans

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Designed in 2016 to mark 200 years since the de facto introduction of the gold standard – tying the value of the British pound to that of gold – the Gold Standard.

© The Royal Mint, 2022

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a majestic portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by a pattern of intricate floral details and textures, which are inspired by the iconic Buckingham Palace. This design not only adds a touch of elegance to the coin but also serves as a symbol of the monarch's enduring legacy and the rich history of the United Kingdom.