Benjamin Britten 50P

Exploring the Benjamin Britten 50P Coin

Composer, conductor, and pianist Benjamin Britten was so renowned that he was honoured by having his visage on a 50 pence coin in 2013. There are several things that make this coin notable, including the fact that it is the first 50p coin to show the date and denomination on the obverse, so it can be a great addition to a rare coin collection. If you are a fan of the composer or appreciate unusual British coinage, look for the Benjamin Britten 50p on eBay to add to your coin display.

Calling a coin uncirculated means it was never used as actual currency, so a circulated coin is essentially a used Benjamin Britten 50p coin. Uncirculated coins tend to be shiny and unmarked while circulated ones have developed a patina over the years. If you prefer a cheap Benjamin Britten 50p from 2013, you may find that circulated ones are slightly more affordable.

As the coin itself states, the legal Benjamin Britten 50p value is simply 50 pence. However, when sold as a collectible, you may find that a Benjamin Britten 50p worth is not the same as its value in legal tender. The price of a Benjamin Britten 50p on eBay is highly subjective. It may vary based on factors like the coin's condition, so you will need to decide how much the coin is worth to you.

Not all Benjamin Britten coin listings are identical, so think about these factors when picking your coin.

• Condition: Pick between circulated and uncirculated.
• Number of coins: You can buy Benjamin Britten 50p coins in bulk or singles.
• Budget: There is a huge price range for Benjamin Britten 50p coins, so pick an amount you are comfortable spending.
• Special packaging: Decide if you want a coin still wrapped in the special packaging it was released in.

Silver-proof Benjamin Britten coins are a special printing of the Benjamin Britten fifty pence. Only 1,000 of these were minted. On the other hand, 5.3 million versions of the regular coins were minted. A silver-proof coin will typically come with a special presentation box and a certificate that signifies its authenticity. These coins were never put into circulation, so it is unlikely you will find a silver-proof with the marks of circulation.