Stephen Hawking 50p in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, the coin is displayed in an official Royal Mint presentation pack, sealed and protected by a plastic outer wrapper.

Brilliant Uncirculated coins are produced to a higher standard, this 50p shows more detail and has none of the marks and scratches found on circulation coins.

The coin reverse by Edwina Ellis shows a stylized depiction of a black hole with the inscription "STEPHEN HAWKING" and the entropy equation.

The 2019 Stephen Hawking 50p won't be found in change, as this design was not struck for circulation. This coin was only available to buy in Brilliant Uncirculated quality, the number sold / mintage is 212,209 coins.