2000 50p - Public Libraries

The Public Libraries Act of 1850 was an Act of Parliament which first gave local boroughs the power to establish free public libraries.

It was the first legal step towards the creation of universal access to information and literature, and it is seen as a milestone in the social education of the country. The coin features turning pages of a book along with the anniversary dates.

Specifications

UK 50p - Libraries

Year of Issue - 2000

Weight - 8.00g

Diameter - 27.3mm

Metal - Curpo-nickel

Condition - Circulated