2018 Peter Rabbit 50p Coin
The 2018 Peter Rabbit 50p coin is the third UK coin to feature the much-loved children’s character Peter Rabbit.
The coin design features Peter Rabbit munching on radishes.
Peter Rabbit coins were also issued by The Royal Mint in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022.
What is the 2018 Peter Rabbit 50p coin?
The 2018 Peter Rabbit 50p coin is a British coin that was issued by the Royal Mint in 2018 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of Beatrix Potter, the author of the popular children’s books. The coin features a design of Peter Rabbit, one of the most beloved characters from the books, on the front, and a depiction of Queen Elizabeth II on the back.
The 2018 Peter Rabbit 50p coin is not considered a particularly rare or valuable coin. It was issued in a fairly large edition of around 8 million coins, and it is not highly sought after by collectors. However, its value can still be influenced by factors such as its condition, demand, and the current market for collectible coins.
If you have a 2018 Peter Rabbit 50p coin in your possession, it is worth keeping in mind that it is a collectible coin that marks an important milestone in the history of children’s literature. However, it is not likely to be worth a significant amount of money.
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Brilliant Uncirculated Coin Specification
- Features an iconic image of Peter Rabbit, the emblem of Beatrix Potter’s work
- Finished to Brilliant Uncirculated standard, a finer finish than circulating coins
- The coin is presented in a colourful case inspired by Beatrix Potter’s illustrations
- A charming gift for new and existing fans of the little tales
- Endorsed by Frederick Warne & Co. (a Penguin Random House company)— the original publishers of Beatrix Potter’s work
Denomination | 50p |
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Alloy | Copper-nickel |
Weight | 8.00g |
Diameter | 27.30mm |
Reverse Designer | Emma Noble |
Obverse Designer | Jody Clark |
Quality | Brilliant Uncirculated |
Year | 2018 |
Silver Proof Coin
Limited Edition 35,000
- Struck in sterling silver and finished to the finest Proof standard
- Presented in a clear acrylic case for display and safekeeping
- Limited to just 35,000 editions
The Peter Rabbit design for 2018 is of the famous image of Peter Rabbit munching on radishes taken from Mr. McGregor’s garden.
The iconic illustration is brought to life with colour printing on this sterling silver coin, which is finished to finest Proof standard.
Each coin comes in a clear acrylic presentation case for safekeeping and is accompanied by information on the character and quotes from Beatrix’s original tales.
Gold Proof Coin & Book Gift Set
It shows the iconic image of Peter munching on radishes after another near-miss in Mr. McGregor’s garden and is accompanied by a book featuring a cover exclusively designed for this limited edition set.
This coin is still available for purchase, direct from The Royal Mint.
MAXIMUM COIN MINTAGE | 500 |
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ALLOY | 22 Carat Gold |
WEIGHT | 15.50g |
DIAMETER | 27.30mm |
How many coins were minted?
The 2018 Peter Rabbit 50p Mintage Figures
Coin Type | Limited Edition Presentation Coins | Maximum Coin Mintage | Price On Date Of Release |
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Brilliant Uncirculated | Unlimited | Unlimited | £10 |
Silver Proof | 35,000 | 45,000 | £60 |
Gold Proof | 450 | 500 | £1,000 |
The official Peter Rabbit website is at https://peterrabbit.com/
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