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A Royal Mint The Gruffalo 2019 UK 50p silver proof coin issued to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the publication of the children’s book. The heptagonal coin is struck in silver and features a colourised reverse design. The obverse depicts the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark, with initials J.C visible below the truncation, and carries the legend 50 PENCE 2019 ELIZABETH II D G REG F D. The reverse, designed by Magic Light Pictures, shows the Gruffalo character with the inscription THE GRUFFALO above. The coin is presented within a clear acrylic display block printed with forest illustrations and the quote Oh help! Oh no! It’s a gruffalo!. This lot includes the original printed outer box, an illustrated informational booklet, and a Certificate of Authenticity numbered 16623. The specifications on the certificate state the coin is struck in 925 Ag sterling silver with a weight of 8.00g and a diameter of 27.30mm. The mintage for this specific presentation is limited to 25,000 sets.
Condition report:
The coin and its presentation packaging appear to be in excellent as-issued condition. The coin is held within a clear acrylic capsule and display block, showing no visible signs of wear, surface marks, or toning (photos 1, 4, 5). The printed acrylic block, decorative outer box, and informational booklet remain well-preserved with no significant creases or damage (photos 1, 2). The Certificate of Authenticity is present and intact (photo 1).
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