A British 1951 cupro-nickel Crown (Five Shillings)(George VI) - Festival of Britain (proof like), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £15 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch up to £5 GBP.
A British 1951 cupro-nickel Crown (Five Shillings)(George VI) - Festival of Britain (Frosted "VIP" Proof), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £675 GBP.
A British 1951 cupro-nickel Crown (Five Shillings)(George VI) - Festival of Britain (Matt Proof FDC), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £4,000 GBP.
A British 1951 cupro-nickel Crown (Five Shillings)(George VI) - Festival of Britain (Plain edge - Proof FDC), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £1,000 GBP.
The edge inscription reads "MDCCCLI CIVIUM INDUSTRIA FLORET CIVITAS MCMLI" which is Latin meaning "1851 By the industry of its people the State flourishes 1951".
The values quoted are the best possible for the best specimens in their grades, but may be significantly lower due to varying demand for the coin and the prevailing economic climate. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.
There is no documented evidence of a minting flaw in the "Festival of Britain" Crown, but it is possible. A reputable coin dealer will be able to advise.
The 1943 coin is about $3 at most. The 1951 coin is about $1 at most.
The coin is only face value
2p
There was no "Battle of Britain" 50 Pence coin issued. Perhaps you refer to the 1994 "50th Anniversary of the Normandy Landing (D-Day)" 50 Pence coin. I have to point out that as I type this I have a "Battle of Britain 1940" fifty pence coin in my hand, so either I have a forged coin or Mr Lewis is incorrect in his assertion that no such coin exists.
As of today bullion value is $6.30 for this coin a uncirculated coin is about $10.00.
A British 1951 cupro-nickel Crown (Five Shillings)(George VI) - Festival of Britain (proof like), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £15 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch up to £5 GBP. A British 1951 cupro-nickel Crown (Five Shillings)(George VI) - Festival of Britain (Frosted "VIP" Proof), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £675 GBP. A British 1951 cupro-nickel Crown (Five Shillings)(George VI) - Festival of Britain (Matt Proof FDC), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £4,000 GBP. A British 1951 cupro-nickel Crown (Five Shillings)(George VI) - Festival of Britain (Plain edge - Proof FDC), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £1,000 GBP. The edge inscription reads "MDCCCLI CIVIUM INDUSTRIA FLORET CIVITAS MCMLI" which is Latin meaning "1851 By the industry of its people the State flourishes 1951". The values quoted are the best possible for the best specimens in their grades, but may be significantly lower due to varying demand for the coin and the prevailing economic climate. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.
The more common name for the leathchoróin is the Ireland Half Crown. The 1951 edition of this coin is valued from $1 for a worn coin to $5 for a fully uncirculated coin.
Such a coin was not issued.
A British 1951 cupro-nickel Crown (Five Shillings)(George VI) - Festival of Britain (proof like), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £15 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch up to £5 GBP. A British 1951 cupro-nickel Crown (Five Shillings)(George VI) - Festival of Britain (Frosted "VIP" Proof), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £675 GBP. A British 1951 cupro-nickel Crown (Five Shillings)(George VI) - Festival of Britain (Matt Proof FDC), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £4,000 GBP. A British 1951 cupro-nickel Crown (Five Shillings)(George VI) - Festival of Britain (Plain edge - Proof FDC), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £1,000 GBP. The edge inscription reads "MDCCCLI CIVIUM INDUSTRIA FLORET CIVITAS MCMLI" which is Latin meaning "1851 By the industry of its people the State flourishes 1951". The values quoted are the best possible for the best specimens in their grades, but may be significantly lower due to varying demand for the coin and the prevailing economic climate. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.
There was no such coin in Britain. The 50 New Pence coin was introduced in 1969.
A reputable coin dealer will be able to value your coin. If the coin has been circulated, you might be lucky to get 50 pence for it.