5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (XXX Olympiad, Countdown 3; Gold Proof) 2009 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (XXX Olympiad, Countdown 3; Gold Proof) 2009 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (XXX Olympiad, Countdown 3; Gold Proof) 2009 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2009

5 Pounds - Elizabeth II XXX Olympiad, Countdown 3; Gold Proof

2009 year
Gold (.9167) 39.94 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2009
Value
5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.54
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.9167)
Weight
39.94 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#200048
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Stylized design of swimmers overlaid with a central digitized numeral, colourised London 2012 logo to left, legend and date around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
COUNTDOWN 2009
london 2012 TM 3
CA XXX OLYMPIAD

Engraver: Claire Aldridge

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The first 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 silver piedfort.

© The Royal Mint, 2009

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was created to commemorate the 2012 Summer Olympics, which were held in London, United Kingdom. The coin features a design depicting the Olympic rings and the number 3, signifying the third countdown to the games. The coin's gold composition and proof finish add to its collectibility and value, making it a sought-after piece for coin collectors and Olympic memorabilia enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2009  1860 - - - - - -

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