UK 2021 Insulin 50p BU Pack
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The UK 2021 Insulin 50p BU Pack

It’s been 100 years since the discovery of insulin in 1921, and to celebrate The Royal Mint have released a new 50p coin!

A UK First

In celebration of the historic feat made by Dr John Macleod, Sir Frederick Banting, Dr Charles Best and Dr James Collip, this is the first time that the discovery of insulin has been commemorated on a UK coin!

Designer Iris De La Torre depicts the discovery of insulin with a design that includes its molecular formula and structure, putting the research that has helped millions of diabetics worldwide at the heart of the coin.

Struck to a superior Brilliant Uncirculated quality

This coin has been struck to Brilliant Uncirculated quality, so your coin will arrive free of any of the marks and scratches usually found on circulating coinage.

What’s more, it comes beautifully presented in stylish packaging from The Royal Mint and is available at The Royal Mint’s official issue price of JUST £10 (+p&p).


PLEASE NOTE: If you are currently subscribed to the UK Official Coin Pack Subscription Service or the UK 50p BU Pack Subscription Service you will receive this coin automatically. If you’d like to find out more about our BU Pack subscription services and ensure that you never miss a launch, click here >>

Order Ref 185/805U/0

Specifications

  • Country of Issue: UK
  • Year of Issue: 2021
  • Coin Diameter: 27.3mm
  • Coin Weight: 8g
  • Obverse: Jody Clark
  • Reverse: Iris De La Torre
  • Metal: Cupro Nickel
  • Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated

Numismatic pieces should be owned primarily for collector interest.
The Westminster Collection does not offer them as an investment and makes no guarantees in terms of future value.

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