5 Pounds - Elizabeth II XXX Olympiad, Countdown 2; Silver Proof
2010 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 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 | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#195948 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
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
2
2010
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, 2010
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 rings and the number "2" in the center, surrounded by a pattern of circles and lines that represent the countdown to the Games. The coin was minted in silver and has a weight of 28.28 grams, making it a unique and valuable collector's item for coin enthusiasts and Olympic memorabilia collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 20159 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 Proof) 2010 coin.
