Obverse

Third crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth II right, wearing the George IV State Diadem, legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ELIZABETH II D·G·REG·F·D·1994
RDM

Unabridged legend: Elizabeth II Dei Gratia Regina Fidei Defensatrix

Translation: Elizabeth II by the Grace of God Queen Defender of the Faith

Engraver: Raphael David Maklouf

Reverse

Design representing the Allied invasion force of landing craft and aircraft heading for Normandy, filling the sea and sky. Denomination lower right with designer's initials below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
50
PENCE
JWM

Engraver: John Mills

Edge

Plain

Mint

Royal Mint, Llantrisant, United Kingdom (1968-date)