This article covers every 50p coin design that has entered general circulation in the United Kingdom since 1997, when the current smaller-format coin was introduced. Values shown are typical prices for coins in circulated condition. Uncirculated examples may command a premium from collectors.
The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for common circulating 50p coins. For rarer pieces — such as the Kew Gardens or Olympic Football 50p — please contact us for a valuation. Visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
The definitive 50p is the standard everyday design struck each year for general circulation. From 1997 to 2008 this featured Britannia; from 2008 to 2022 it bore the Royal Shield of Arms; and from 2023 the reverse changed to the Atlantic Salmon. Not every year entered general circulation — some dated examples were struck only for collector sets.
In typical circulated condition, a 1997 Britannia 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 1998 Britannia 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 1999 Britannia 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2000 Britannia 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2001 Britannia 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2002 Britannia 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2003 Britannia 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2004 Britannia 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2005 Britannia 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2006 Britannia 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2007 Britannia 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
A circulated 2008 Britannia 50p is typically worth around ~£1. Only 3,500,000 were struck, making it the rarest Britannia 50p. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
In typical circulated condition, a 2008 Shield 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2012 Shield 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2013 Shield 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2014 Shield 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2015 Shield 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
A circulated 2017 Shield 50p is typically worth around ~£1. The 2017-dated Royal Shield is the rarest definitive 50p to have entered general circulation. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
In typical circulated condition, a 2019 Shield 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2020 Shield 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2022 Shield 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
A circulated 2023 Atlantic Salmon 50p is typically worth around ~£65. With a mintage of just 200,000 it is currently the rarest 50p in circulation, rarer even than the famous Kew Gardens coin. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
Commemorative 50ps mark significant events, anniversaries, and public figures. They are struck for general circulation alongside the standard definitive coin, meaning they can be found in everyday change.
A circulated 1998 European Union 50p is typically worth around ~£1. Issued to mark the UK's presidency of the EU Council of Ministers. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 1998 NHS 50th Anniversary 50p is typically worth around ~£1. Issued to mark the 50th anniversary of the National Health Service. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
In typical circulated condition, a 2000 Public Libraries 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
A circulated 2003 Suffragettes 50p is typically worth around ~£2. Issued to mark the centenary of the Women's Social and Political Union. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
In typical circulated condition, a 2004 Roger Bannister 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2005 Samuel Johnson's Dictionary 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2006 Victoria Cross (heroic acts) 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2006 Victoria Cross (medal design) 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2007 Scouting Centenary 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
A circulated 2009 Kew Gardens 50p is typically worth around ~£110. With a mintage of only 210,000, the Kew Gardens 50p is one of the rarest circulation coins in modern British history. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
In typical circulated condition, a 2010 Girlguiding 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
A circulated 2011 WWF 40th Anniversary 50p is typically worth around ~£1.50. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2013 Benjamin Britten 50p is typically worth around ~£1. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
In typical circulated condition, a 2013 Christopher Ironside Britannia 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
A circulated 2015 Battle of Britain 50p is typically worth around ~£1. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2016 Battle of Hastings 50p is typically worth around ~£0.75. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2016 Team GB 50p is typically worth around ~£0.75. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2017 Sir Isaac Newton 50p is typically worth around ~£2.25. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2018 Paddington Bear at the Station 50p is typically worth around ~£1. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2018 Paddington Bear at Buckingham Palace 50p is typically worth around ~£1. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
In typical circulated condition, a 2018 Representation of the People Act 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2019 Sherlock Holmes 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2019 Paddington Bear at the Tower of London 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2019 Paddington Bear at St Paul's Cathedral 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2020 Brexit 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2020 Diversity Built Britain 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2022 50 Years of Pride 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2022 Platinum Jubilee 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2022 Queen Elizabeth II Memorial 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
A circulated 2023 King Charles III Coronation 50p is typically worth around ~£0.75. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
Twenty-nine different 50p designs were issued for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, all dated 2011. Each features a different sport. They entered general circulation and remain legal tender, though collectors have removed a significant proportion from circulation, making some designs notably scarce.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Aquatics 50p is typically worth around ~£1.75. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Archery 50p is typically worth around ~£1. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Athletics 50p is typically worth around ~£1.75. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Badminton 50p is typically worth around ~£1.50. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Basketball 50p is typically worth around ~£1.75. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Boccia 50p is typically worth around ~£1.50. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Boxing 50p is typically worth around ~£1.50. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Canoeing 50p is typically worth around ~£1.50. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Cycling 50p is typically worth around ~£1.50. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Equestrian 50p is typically worth around ~£1.50. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Fencing 50p is typically worth around ~£1.50. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Football 50p is typically worth around ~£12. With a mintage of just 1,125,500 it is the rarest of the 29 London 2012 Olympic 50ps. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Goalball 50p is typically worth around ~£1.75. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Gymnastics 50p is typically worth around ~£1.75. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Handball 50p is typically worth around ~£1.75. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Hockey 50p is typically worth around ~£1.75. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Judo 50p is typically worth around ~£8. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Modern Pentathlon 50p is typically worth around ~£1.75. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Rowing 50p is typically worth around ~£1.75. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Sailing 50p is typically worth around ~£1.50. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Shooting 50p is typically worth around ~£2. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Table Tennis 50p is typically worth around ~£1.75. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Taekwondo 50p is typically worth around ~£1.75. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Tennis 50p is typically worth around ~£2. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Triathlon 50p is typically worth around ~£8.50. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Volleyball 50p is typically worth around ~£1.25. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Weightlifting 50p is typically worth around ~£1.75. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Wheelchair Rugby 50p is typically worth around ~£1.75. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2011 Olympics Wrestling 50p is typically worth around ~£7. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A series of Beatrix Potter character 50ps was issued across 2016, 2017, and 2018 to mark the 150th anniversary of Beatrix Potter's birth. All entered general circulation and can be found in change, though some are harder to come by than others.
A circulated 2016 Beatrix Potter Anniversary 50p is typically worth around ~£1. Issued to mark the 150th anniversary of the birth of Beatrix Potter. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2016 Peter Rabbit 50p is typically worth around ~£0.75. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2016 Jemima Puddle-Duck 50p is typically worth around ~£6. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2016 Mrs Tiggy-Winkle 50p is typically worth around ~£1. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2016 Squirrel Nutkin 50p is typically worth around ~£1. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
In typical circulated condition, a 2017 Benjamin Bunny 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2017 Jeremy Fisher 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2017 Peter Rabbit 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
In typical circulated condition, a 2017 Tom Kitten 50p is worth its face value of 50p. These coins are fairly common and can be spent as normal change. Please note that The Britannia Coin Company pays face value only for these coins.
A circulated 2018 Flopsy Bunny 50p is typically worth around ~£4. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2018 Mrs Tittlemouse 50p is typically worth around ~£2.25. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2018 Peter Rabbit 50p is typically worth around ~£4. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.
A circulated 2018 Tailor of Gloucester 50p is typically worth around ~£1.25. In uncirculated condition it may fetch more from collectors. The Britannia Coin Company can value or purchase your coins - visit us in Royal Wootton Bassett or Bodmin, or get in touch at britanniacoincompany.com.