© The Royal Mint, 2010
© The Royal Mint, 2010
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II XXX Olympiad, Countdown 2; Silver Piedfort
2010 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 | 2010 |
| 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#207521 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Central stylised design of two runners mingled with large digital 2 number (to signify 2010 is two years to 2012 Olympics).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COUNTDOWN
london 2012
2
2010
CA XXX OLYMPIAD
Engraver: Claire Aldridge
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The second 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, 2010
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 year "2012" in bold numerals. The coin's reverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, as is customary for British coins. The use of a silver piedfort, which is a type of coin that is struck multiple times to create a thicker and more detailed design, adds to the coin's unique features.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2197 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 2; Silver Piedfort) 2010 coin.
