| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Denomination | 50p |
| Alloy | Cupro-Nickel |
| Weight | 8.00 g |
| Diameter | 27.30mm |
| Reverse Designer | Dominique Evans |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Obverse Designer | Jody Clark |
| Quality | Brilliant Uncirculated |
| Year | 2021 |
This 2021 50th Anniversary of Decimal Day 50p celebrates 50 years since Decimal Day that brings the old to mind, carefully selected pre-decimal coins, and sets that bring a sense of nostalgia to the occasion.
In 1971, the United Kingdom’s coinage evolved from the centuries-old system of pounds, shillings and pence to a new decimal currency. Far from being an overnight switch, decimalisation took many years of careful planning and also involved a huge information campaign. In order to achieve the monumental challenge of striking of new coins, a new factory was required along with new machinery, production techniques and processes.
This 50th Anniversary of Decimal Day 50p is available as Brilliant Uncirculated standard presented in a fold-out wallet full of Decimal Day facts. You can also purchase the Silver Proof Coin (Limited Edition 6,000), Silver Proof Piedfort Coin (Limited Edition 2,500), Gold Proof Coin (Limited Edition 450) and Gold Proof Piedfort Coin (Limited Edition 200).
