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UK 2005 Samuel Johnson's Dictionary 250th Anniversary Silver Piedfort Proof 50 Pence - UK 2005 silver commemorative 50-pence coin struck by the Royal Mint to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Samuel Johnson's Dictionary. The reverse features a dictionary entry design for the denomination. Struck to proof standard in 925 silver, this is a piedfort issue featuring a double-thickness flan. The obverse depicts the fourth definitive portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin is housed in its original green leatherette presentation case accompanied by a commemorative informational booklet and protective acrylic capsule. Composition: 925 silver Weight: 16.00 grams Diameter: 27.30 mm.