50 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Royal Wedding) 1981 front 50 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Royal Wedding) 1981 back
50 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Royal Wedding) 1981 photo
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50 Pounds - Elizabeth II Royal Wedding

1981 year
Gold (.917) 15.976 g 32.25 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1981
Value
50 Pounds 50 GIP = USD 66
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
15.976 g
Diameter
32.25 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#353950
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Charles and Diana Royal wedding.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ROYAL WEDDING FIFTY POUNDS

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1981 Gibraltar 50 Pounds coin commemorating the Royal Wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer is a unique and valuable collector's item. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare double portrait of the royal couple, with Prince Charles on the obverse (front) side and Lady Diana on the reverse (back) side. This distinctive design was created by sculptor and engraver, Raphael Maklouf, and is not found on any other coin. Additionally, the coin's gold content and limited mintage of only 25,000 pieces make it a highly sought-after collectible among numismatists and royalty enthusiasts.