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Victoria Cross: Heroic Acts 50p coin

Victoria Cross: Heroic Acts 50p Coin

2006 · Anniversaries & Historic Events · Commemorative

Price Guide: £3.00

One of two designs marking the 150th anniversary of the Victoria Cross in 2006, this 50p - subtitled "Heroic Acts" - depicts a scene evoking the bravery the medal recognises. The Victoria Cross, instituted by Queen Victoria in 1856, remains the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be given to British and Commonwealth forces.

Issued alongside a companion design depicting the medal itself, it's a common find popular with collectors interested in military history.

Specifications

  • Diameter27.30mm
  • Weight8.00g
  • CompositionCupro-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel)
  • EdgePlain
  • Designer—
  • Obverse designerJody Clark
  • Mintage (circulation)—

Variants & values

Every finish The Royal Mint issued for this design, with issue price, mintage and value where known.

Circulating strike

  • MetalCupro-nickel
  • Guide value£3.00

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Victoria Cross: Heroic Acts 50p worth?

Current collector guide value is around £3.00, though this varies with condition and demand. See the full variants table on this page for issue prices and mintage by finish.

How many Victoria Cross: Heroic Acts 50p coins were made?

Mintage figures vary by finish - see the variants table above for the limited-edition cap and current mintage of each version.

What year was the Victoria Cross: Heroic Acts 50p released?

It was first issued in 2006.

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