5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; XXX Olympiad, Countdown 2) 2010 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; XXX Olympiad, Countdown 2) 2010 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; XXX Olympiad, Countdown 2) 2010 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2010

5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; XXX Olympiad, Countdown

2010 year
Copper-nickel 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2010
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
References
Numista
N#16653
Rarity index
31%

Reverse

Central stylised design of two runners mingled with large digital 2 number (to signify 2010 is two years to 2012 Olympics).

Script: Latin

Lettering:
COUNTDOWN
london
2
2010
CA XXX OLYMPIAD

Engraver: Claire Aldridge

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The second 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 London 2012 Olympic Games, which was a major event held in the United Kingdom. The coin's design was created by the British artist, David Knapton, and it includes the Olympic rings, the year 2012, and the words "XXX Olympiad" to commemorate the games. This coin is a special edition, as it was only produced in 2010, and it's made of copper-nickel, which is a common material used for coins. It weighs 28.28 grams and has a diameter of 38.61 millimeters.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2010  153080 - - - - - -

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