5 Pounds - Elizabeth II XXX Olympiad, Countdown 1; Silver Piedfort
2011 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 | 2011 |
| 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#207523 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Central stylised design of a cyclist mingled with large digital 1 number (to signify 2011 is one year to 2012 Olympics).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COUNTDOWN
2011 1 london 2012
CA XXX OLYMPIAD
Engraver: Claire Aldridge
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The third 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 features a unique design that includes the Olympic rings and the number "1" in a countdown style, signifying the one-year countdown to the start of the games. Additionally, the coin's silver composition and piedfort style, which means it was struck multiple times to create a thicker and more detailed design, make it a highly collectible and valuable piece for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 4000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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