In 2019 to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the first UK 50p Fifty Pence coin, the Royal Mint released a very special Limited Issue Britannia New Pence Privy 50p Fifty Pence Silver Proof Coin struck in solid .925 Sterling Silver.
The reverse design features a seated figure of Britannia by Christopher Ironside while the obverse depicts the Fifth Portrait of Elizabeth II by Jody Clark. These legal tender coins have been struck to proof quality using specially prepared dies and highly polished blanks.
A Limited Edition Presentation of 3,479 Worldwide
Finished to Royal Mint's Proof Quality
Struck in Solid .925 Sterling Silver
A minting first – a 50p featuring a privy mark referencing the science behind its shape
High demand anticipated as the silver Proof 50p anniversary sets sold out quickly
An opportunity to purchase an individual 50p commemorative coin to mark this numismatic milestone
The perfect addition to the 50 years of the 50p celebration sets
Features Christopher Ironside’s iconic Britannia design inscribed with ‘NEW PENCE’ like the original coin
