4 Facts about the 50p
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We all know and love the 50 pence piece but here’s a few fun facts you may not know.
The 50p coin was introduced in 1969
to replace the Bank of England 10 Shilling note.![](/globalassets/consumer/_campaigns/2019/fifty-years-50p/discover/50p-facts/2-fun-facts-50p.png)
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The current 50p is in fact a resized 50p.
The original (larger) version was introduced in October 1969, and demonetised in 1998.The new 50p shape was revolutionary.
Easily distinguishable from round coins.![](/globalassets/consumer/_campaigns/2019/fifty-years-50p/discover/50p-facts/4-fun-facts-50p.png)
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