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2021 Decimal Day 50p Machin Portrait Gold Proof · NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo
Issued by the Royal Mint to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Decimal Day, this special Gold Proof 50p celebrates the historic transition to decimal currency in the United Kingdom on 15 February. Read more
- Mintage
- 95 Pieces Worldwide
- Weight
- 15.50g
- Diameter
- 27.30mm
- Monarch
- Elizabeth II (1952 to 2022)
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About this coin
Issued by the Royal Mint to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Decimal Day, this special Gold Proof 50p celebrates the historic transition to decimal currency in the United Kingdom on 15 February 1971. What makes this release particularly sought after is the inclusion of the iconic Arnold Machin portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse, paying tribute to the original decimal coinage introduced in 1971.
The reverse by Dominique Evans features a detailed design incorporating elements of pre-decimal British coinage surrounding the inscription “1971 DECIMAL DAY”. Certified by NGC as PF70 Ultra Cameo, the highest grade attainable, this example displays exceptional proof quality with deeply mirrored fields and frosted devices.With a mintage of just 95 pieces worldwide, this is one of the rarest modern Royal Mint gold proof 50p releases.
Why this coin
Just 95 Pieces Worldwide struck in this issue.
NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo, certified and sealed for this coin.
Dominique Evans designed the reverse.
Specifications
- Year
- 2021
- Denomination
- Fifty Pence
- Monarch
- Elizabeth II (1952 to 2022)
- Finish
- Proof
- Metal
- 22 carat gold
- Weight
- 15.50g
- Diameter
- 27.30mm
- Mintage
- 95 Pieces Worldwide
- Obverse Designer
- Arnold Machin
- Reverse Designer
- Dominique Evans
- Grade
- NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo
- Grading Service
- NGC
What the grade means
NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo places this coin at the top of the 70 point proof scale used by NGC and PCGS, awarded only where no flaw is visible under five times magnification. Ultra Cameo records the strongest contrast the service recognises between frosted raised design and mirror field. How grading works
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2021 Decimal Day 50p Machin Portrait Gold Proof · NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo
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Questions about this coin? 0333 042 8414
This coin is certified and sealed by its grading service. We never open a holder, so the grade on the label is the grade you receive.
UK legal tender coins from the Royal Mint are currently exempt from Capital Gains Tax for UK residents. Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may change.
Delivery and returns
Delivery within the United Kingdom is free and fully insured, and the coin travels sealed in its holder. Carrier, dispatch times and the returns position are on the delivery page.
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