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The current market value for the Dimorphodon 50p is estimated at £7.00. Values can vary based on condition and demand.
High-quality images of the 2021 Dimorphodon 50p showing obverse, packaging, and design details. Click any image to view full size.
Tip: Click any image to view it in full size. All images show the actual 2021 Dimorphodon 50p as issued by The Royal Mint, helping you identify genuine coins and understand their design features.
The Dimorphodon 50p is part of The Royal Mint’s 2021 fossil-hunter themed releases (the "Mary Anning" dinosaur coins). It was not struck for circulation, so you won’t find it in change — values are driven by collector demand, condition, and whether the original packaging is included.
| Denomination | 50p |
|---|---|
| Year | 2021 |
| Metal / alloy | Cupronickel |
| Weight | 8.00 g |
| Diameter | 27.30 mm |
| Quality | BU |
| Circulation status | Not for circulation |
There is also a colour-printed BU version (a different product with different demand), so always confirm which one you have before valuing it.
The non-coloured BU exists in meaningful numbers overall, but the “Royal Mint pack” portion is much smaller than the total when you include trade/distributor packaging.
| Variant | Format | Official sales / mintage |
|---|---|---|
| Dimorphodon 50p | BU (Royal Mint pack) | 12,673 |
| Dimorphodon 50p | BU (trade/distributor packaging) | 48,297 |
| Dimorphodon 50p | BU total (pack + trade) | 60,970 |
| Dimorphodon 50p | BU colour-printed | 10,354 |
| Dimorphodon 50p | Silver Proof | 906 |
| Dimorphodon 50p | Silver Proof (trade) | 200 |
| Dimorphodon 50p | Silver Proof colour-printed | 3,574 |
| Dimorphodon 50p | Gold Proof | 95 |
These are “typical” ranges rather than optimistic listings. Actual sale prices move with demand, completeness of packaging, and condition.
| What you have | Condition expectation | Typical value range | Why it lands there |
|---|---|---|---|
| BU coin only (loose) | Clean BU, but handled / unverified | ~£5–£8 | Most common form; packaging premium is missing. |
| BU in official presentation (folder/card + capsule) | Complete, tidy, minimal marks | ~£8–£14 | Collectors pay more for “complete” items that display well. |
| BU “Royal Mint pack” (complete) | As-issued look, sharp corners, clean capsule | ~£10–£16 | Lower availability than trade packaging; pack condition matters. |
| BU colour-printed (complete) | Colour print clean, no rubbing, pack complete | ~£14–£22 | Different product + different demand profile; often holds up better. |
| Certified / graded | High-grade (near top) | Case-by-case | Premium depends on grade, label, and recent comparables. |
No — the BU Dimorphodon was not struck for circulation.
Modern BU pieces are plentiful and buyers discount anything without original presentation and confidence.
The reverse has visible colour printing and typically comes with different packaging.
Last updated: January 2026. Values are indicative guides, not guarantees.
