1980 Commemorative Coin for Queen Mother 80th Birthday

This was the first time in the history of United Kingdom coinage that a reigning monarch appeared on the same coin as her mother. The ordinary business strike was a Royal Mint commemorative issue and not intended for general circulation. The coin was also issued in a presentation card. Features Issuer United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) Queen Elizabeth II (1952-2022) Type Non-circulating coin Year 1980 Value 25 Pence 0.25 GBP = USD 0.30 Currency Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) Composition Copper-nickel Weight 28.28 g Diameter 38.61 mm Thickness 2.89 mm Shape Round Technique Milled Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑