1970 Half Crown Elizabeth II Proof (without 'BRITT:OMN') – reverse

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1970 Half Crown Elizabeth II Proof (without 'BRITT:OMN')

Elizabeth II 1st portrait; without 'BRITT:OMN'

1970United KingdomProof

Part of Pre-decimal coins

Worth about £5.18 as a proof. 750,400 were minted, the 9th lowest of any proof Half Crown.

Denomination

Half Crown

Estimated Value

£5.18

Numista catalogue · Mar 2026How we value coins

Condition

Proof

Mintage

750,400

Physical Properties

Composition:Copper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni)

Weight:14.14g

Shape:Round

Diameter:32.3mm

Thickness:2.2mm

Currency:Pound sterling (1158-1971)

Mint:Royal Mint (Tower Hill)

Features & Details

RoundCopper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni)

Value source:Numista catalogue

Value date:6 Mar 2026

Is the 1970 Half Crown (Elizabeth II) rare?

9th/ 9

← RarerMore common →

Its proof mintage of 750,400 is the 9th lowest of 9 proof Half Crown coins in the catalogue.

Elizabeth II Half Crown by year

← 1967 Half Crown (Elizabeth II)

About the 1970 Half Crown Elizabeth II Proof (without 'BRITT:OMN')

Composed of copper-nickel, with a composition of 75% copper and 25% nickel, it showcases the traditional craftsmanship of the time. While its high mintage diminishes its rarity, the coin is still cherished by collectors for its representation of post-war Britain and the early years of Queen Elizabeth II's reign, making it a staple in many numismatic collections.

How this was written

Written with AI from catalogue data. Sentences that contradict this coin's year, denomination, finish, mintage or value are removed automatically; the rest has not been checked by a person. How we value coins

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