Sherlock Holmes 2019 UK 50p Uncirculated Coin.

• A perfect gift for fans of Sherlock Holmes and the work of Sir Arthur Ignatius Conan Doyle.
• The reverse design created by Stephen Raw features an instantly recognisable silhouette of Sherlock Holmes.
• An exciting addition to a coin collection as it is the first time Sherlock Holmes has been featured on a UK coin.

To celebrate 160 years since the birth of renowned author, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, The UK Mint has issued a brand new 50p coin.

The prolific writer is best known for his incredibly popular detective stories featuring the fictional Sherlock Holmes™. It is said his works revolutionised the crime genre, and despite Doyle sharing an ambivalent relationship with his famous character, Holmes’ popularity resulted in Doyle becoming one of the best-paid authors of the time.

The reverse has been designed by Stephen Raw and features a silhouette of Sherlock Holmes smoking a pipe, surrounded by a few of the most-famous Holmes story titles.

The obverse features the fifth portrait of Her majesty the Queen, designed by UK Mint engraver Jody Clark. Supplied in coin flip.

Coin Specifications

• Product: 2019 UK Sherlock Holmes
• Year of Issue: 2019
• Country of Issue: United Kingdom
• Denomination: 50p
• Metal: Cupro-Nickel
• Weight: 8.00g
• Diameter: 27.30mm
• Reverse Designer: Stephen Raw
• Obverse Designer: Jody Clarkd
• Finish: Uncirculated
• Colour: Professional Decal