5 Pounds - Elizabeth II London Olympics; Gold-Plated Silver Proof
2012 year| Gold plated silver (.925) | 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 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold plated silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#220680 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
The London skyline and River Thames, with pictograms of athletes placed around the outside of the design like a clock face, representing one of London's greatest icons - Big Ben. The official London 2012 Olympic emblem appears in colour at the top of the design.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
london 2012
LONDON 2012
Engraver: Saiman Miah
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The coin was issued as individual packaged pieces and was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof, silver piedfort and gold proof.Issue limit: 12,500.
© The Royal Mint, 2012
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 2012 London Olympics, and the design features an image of the Olympic Stadium, along with the Olympic rings and the year "2012". The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item for both coin collectors and Olympic memorabilia enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 8180 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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