© The Royal Mint, 2012
© The Royal Mint, 2012
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II XXX Olympiad, Countdown 0; Silver Piedfort
2012 year| Silver (.925) | 56.56 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 | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 56.56 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#207529 |
|---|---|
| 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 gold proof. Issue limit: 4,000.© 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's design features an image of the Olympic Stadium, along with the Olympic rings and the text "XXX Olympiad" and "London 2012". The coin was produced in a limited quantity, making it a sought-after collector's item for coin enthusiasts and Olympic memorabilia collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 2324 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (XXX Olympiad, Countdown 0; Silver Piedfort) 2012 coin.
