50 Pence - Elizabeth II 90th birthday of Queen Elizabeth II
| Emitent | Guernsey |
|---|---|
| Rok | 2016 |
| Typ | Non-circulating coin |
| Nominał | 50 Pence |
| Waluta | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Skład | Gold (.999) plated copper |
| Waga | 31.28 g |
| Średnica | 38.61 mm |
| Grubość | 3.5 mm |
| Kształt | Round |
| Technika | Milled |
| Orientacja | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Rytownik(zy) | Obverse: Ian Rank-Broadley Reverse: Yousef Karsh. 1943 |
| W obiegu do | |
| Źródło(a) | KM#305 |
| Opis awersu | The bust of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the `Girls of Great Britain and Ireland` Tiara. |
|---|---|
| Pismo awersu | Latin |
| Legenda awersu | ELIZABETH II BAILIWICK OF GUERNSEY · 2016 · FIFTY PENCE · IRB |
| Opis rewersu | Princess Elizabeth pictured in 1943 taken by the Armenian-Canadian photographer Yousuf Karsh, together with lettering |
| Pismo rewersu | Latin |
| Legenda rewersu | 90 HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH II |
| Krawędź | Milled |
| Mennica | |
| Nakład |
2016 - Proof - |
| ID Numisquare | 2119796690 |
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Historical Context: Issued by Guernsey in 2016, this 50 Pence coin commemorates the 90th birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. As a Crown Dependency, Guernsey frequently issues coinage reflecting significant events within the British Royal Family. This particular milestone, marking nine decades of the monarch's life, held immense national and international significance, celebrating her enduring reign and dedication to service, making this coin a poignant numismatic tribute to a historic occasion.
Artistry: The obverse features the acclaimed fourth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley FRBS, a hallmark of modern British coinage from 1998-2015/16, depicting the monarch in her mature years wearing the 'Girls of Great Britain and Ireland' Tiara. The reverse design, specifically created for the 90th birthday, typically embodies a contemporary commemorative style, often incorporating royal cyphers, the celebratory dates '1926-2016', and the denomination, executed with precision characteristic of modern minting techniques.
Technical/Grading: Struck on a copper planchet and subsequently gold-plated to .999 fineness, this coin (31.28g, 38.61mm) is a collector-oriented issue rather than a circulating piece. Key high-points for grading include the Queen's hair and tiara on the obverse, and any intricate relief elements on the reverse. The quality of the gold plating and its integrity are crucial for its aesthetic and numismatic value, as wear or damage to the plating significantly impacts its visual appeal and grade, even if the underlying strike is sharp.