Bidspirit auction | UK 1973 Elizabeth II 50

UK 1973 Elizabeth II 50 Pence Coin, Accession to EEC - A pair of UK 1973 cupro-nickel 50 pence coins, featuring the commemorative reverse design by David Wynne. The coins are of heptagonal form with a plain edge. The obverse of each piece bears the second decimal portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, though this side is not visible in the orientation shown. The reverse displays a central ring containing the legend 1973 50 PENCE, surrounded by a motif of nine interlocking hands representing the member nations of the European Economic Community. The coins exhibit a bright metallic luster and were struck to commemorate the United Kingdom's accession to the EEC. No maker's marks or third-party grading labels are present.