Proof Gold 50p – Innovation in Science – Stephen Hawking
Description The Royal Mint’s first release from the “Innovation in Science” series, dated 2019 features one of the most revered scientific minds of recent times, Stephen Hawking. The coin was approved by the Hawking estate and commemorates Hawking’s ground-breaking research involving the study of black holes. The gold coin comes with an informative booklet outlining the innovations discovered by Professor Hawking. The Proof Innovation in Science – Stephen Hawking 50p features an original design by Edwina Ellis of a black hole underneath the formula used by Hawking in his research. The obverse of course is Jody Clark’s final portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. This proof Stephen Hawking 50p coin is the 79th of 400 minted with this specific presentation. The coin comes enclosed in a plastic capsule within the official Royal Mint box and outer presentation packaging. These coins benefit from being Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Free and VAT free. All UK gold and silver bullion coins manufactured by the Royal Mint are legal tender and are exempt from Capital Gains Tax. All of our proof gold coins and sets are verified for authenticity by our experienced team. Any coins that fall short of our quality standards are not re-sold. As members of the [BNTA](http://www.bnta.net/) we ensure that our reputation as a reputable dealer of gold and silver coins and bars is upheld, whether a purchase is for our “best price” or brand new coins. Our range of proof 50p coins can be found [here](https://www.atsbullion.com/product-category/gold-bullion/gold-coins/proof-5-2-50p-coins/).