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50 Pence - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; Fencing
2011 year| Copper-nickel | 8 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2011 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.78 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#17975 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
Reverse
Two fencers in action, London 2012 logo above, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
london 2012
50 PENCE
Engraver: Ruth Summerfield
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issued for circulation in 2011 as part of the 29-piece set struck to commemorate the Summer Olympics, London 2012 as well as in a Brilliant Uncirculated pack (130,815 sales), while also sold with the other 28 BU packs in a folder (25,759 sales), the coin was also struck in silver BU and gold proof.© The Royal Mint, 2011
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50p coin featuring Elizabeth II (4th portrait; Fencing) is that it was designed by sculptor and engraver, Ian Rank-Broadley. He is known for his work on various coins and medals, including the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II that has appeared on British coins since 1998. The fencing theme on the coin was chosen to commemorate the 2012 London Olympics, where fencing was one of the sports featured.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 156574 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; Fencing) 2011 coin.
