5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (XXX Olympiad, Countdown 0; Gold Proof) 2012 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (XXX Olympiad, Countdown 0; Gold Proof) 2012 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (XXX Olympiad, Countdown 0; Gold Proof) 2012 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2012

5 Pounds - Elizabeth II XXX Olympiad, Countdown 0; Gold Proof

2012 year
Gold (.9167) 39.94 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
2012
Value
5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.54
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.9167)
Weight
39.94 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#218222
Rarity index
95%

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 Aldridge

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The final coin in a set of four, to countdown to the start of the London 2012 Olympics. The coin was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and silver piedfort.

© The Royal Mint, 2012

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 2012 Summer Olympics, which were held in London, United Kingdom. The coin features a unique design that includes the Olympic rings and the number "0" to signify the countdown to the start of the games. Additionally, the coin is made of gold, which gives it a high value and makes it a sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2012  1007 - - - - - -

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