Britain 50 pence 250 Years of Kew Gardens MS68 PCGS nickel coin 2009

The 2009 Great Britain 50 pence nickel coin was issued to commemorate the 250th Anniversary of Kew Gardens — a national treasure and one of the world’s foremost botanical institutions. The obverse features the distinguished portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley, encircled by the legend ELIZABETH II • D • G • REG • F • D • FIFTY PENCE. On the reverse, the intricate design depicts the famous Great Pagoda surrounded by branches and leaves that symbolize the flourishing life and growth of the gardens. The dates 1759 and 2009 highlight the bicentennial milestone of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its historic architecture and scientific contributions to botany. This coin, struck in brilliant Mint State and certified PCGS MS68, is among the highest-graded examples of one of Britain’s rarest modern issues, highly prized by collectors for its elegance and scarcity.

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