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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; XXX Olympiad, Countdown
2012 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2012 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.54 |
| 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#27505 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 42% |
Reverse
Stylized depiction of three athletes standing on a victory podium, surrounded by representations of a clock face and a stadium, London 2012 logo to right, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COUNTDOWN
2012
london 2012
CA XXX OLYMPIAD
Engraver: Claire Alridge
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The final 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 (13,014 sales). 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 start of the Olympic Games, which was held in London in 2012. The design includes the numbers 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1, with the Olympic rings at the center. This design was created by the British artist, David Knapton, and it adds a touch of excitement and anticipation to the coin, as it builds up to the start of the Games.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 65275 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; XXX Olympiad, Countdown 0) 2012 coin.
