1988 Dublin Millennium 50p Proof Coin

Proof Cupro Nickel 50p coin from Dublin’s Millennium in 1988.

Comes untouched in capsule and original case.

No cert.

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This coin is a proof striking of the 1988 50 pence coin which was issued to commemorate the 1000th anniversary of the establishment of Dublin.

The date of 988 was chosen for its convenience from when the plan was conceived in about 1985 rather than on any historical basis. Dublin was operating as a centre of commerce at least 100 before this date and the earliest reference I am aware of dates it to being already in existence around 840 AD.

This coin is a proof striking with mirror fields and frosted devices. These pieces were also struck for circulation dated 1988. A regular 50 Pence with the Percy Metcalf woodcock design was also issued dated 1988.