75 Years of the Windrush Generation colored 50p Silver 2023 Proof
75 Years of the Windrush Generation colored 50p Silver 2023 Proof is a unique valentine commemorating 75 years since the arrival of many foreign-born British citizens who came to Britain between 1948 and 1973. Generation helped rebuild post-war Britain.
The specimen is minted from Ag silver.925, weighing 8 grams, 27.30 mm in diameter, with a standard proof. The mintage of the cylinder is 1,948 pieces. In addition, this remarkable piece was produced by The Royal Mint. The product was placed in its original packaging. The coin is guaranteed by the UK government as to its legality, purity of the bullion and origin of the metal, and is full legal tender in the issuer's country.
Obverse shows the likeness of King Charles III of Great Britain and the denomination and year, designed by Martin Jennings.
Reverse the coin depicts an elegantly dressed couple from the Windrush generation against the background of the UK flag, the inscriptions "75", "WINDBRUSH GENERATION". Valda Jackson is responsible for the reverse design.