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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; XXX Olympiad, Countdown
2009 yearCopper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
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Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2009 |
Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55 |
Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
Composition | Copper-nickel |
Weight | 28.28 g |
Diameter | 38.61 mm |
Thickness | 2.89 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#16652 |
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Rarity index | 31% |
Reverse
Stylized design of swimmers overlaid with a central digitized numeral, London 2012 logo to left, legend and date around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COUNTDOWN 2009
london 2012 TM 3
CA XXX OLYMPIAD
Engraver: Claire Aldridge
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The first coin in a set of four, to countdown to the start of the London 2012 Olympics. The coin was sold individually in both a folder type pack and a short card pack as well as in a stamp and coin pack. The coin was also struck in silver proof, silver piedfort and gold proof.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a countdown to the 2012 Olympic Games in London. The coin was issued in 2009 as part of a series of coins commemorating the XXX Olympiad, and the design on the reverse features the Olympic rings and a countdown clock, highlighting the three years remaining until the start of the games. This design element makes the coin stand out from other coins in the series and serves as a reminder of the excitement and anticipation leading up to the event.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2009 | 184921 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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