5 Pounds - Elizabeth II XXX Olympiad, Countdown 1; Silver Proof
2011 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.6 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 6.54 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#179991 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
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 piedfort and gold proof. Issue limit: 30,000.© The Royal Mint, 2012
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was released as part of a series of commemorative coins to celebrate the 2012 Olympic Games in London. The coin features a design depicting the Olympic Countdown, with the number 1 in the center, surrounded by the Olympic Rings. The coin was minted in silver and has a limited mintage of 30,000 pieces, making it a sought-after collector's item for coin enthusiasts and Olympic memorabilia collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 25877 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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