The Gruffalo

Description

The Gruffalo 50p coin, issued in 2019 by the Royal Mint, celebrates the beloved children's book created by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler, which has become a cultural phenomenon since its publication in 1999. With a mintage of 239,038 coins, this piece is part of a series that honors characters from popular children's literature, making it particularly appealing to both young collectors and adults who appreciate literary themes in numismatics. The reverse design features the iconic Gruffalo, capturing the character's distinctive features in an engaging and playful manner, while the obverse displays the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. With a condition grading of Brilliant Uncirculated and a market value of £8.5, this coin holds a rarity score of 7 out of 10, indicating its moderate scarcity and desirability among collectors. Its combination of literary significance and artistic design makes it a noteworthy addition to any collection focused on contemporary British coins.