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50 Pence - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; Wheelchair Rugby
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 0.65 |
| 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#18205 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Wheelchair rugby player in chair with ball, London 2012 logo above, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
london 2012
Paralympic
Games
50 PENCE
Engraver: Natasha Ratcliffe
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issued for circulation in 2011 as part of the 29-piece set struck to commemorate the Summer Olympics & Paralympics, London 2012 as well as in a Brilliant Uncirculated pack (121,175 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 this coin is that it features a unique design that highlights the sport of wheelchair rugby, which is a variation of rugby played by athletes with physical disabilities. The coin's design depicts a wheelchair rugby player in action, with the words "Wheelchair Rugby" written above the player and the number "50" below. This coin was issued to commemorate the 2011 Rugby World Cup, which was held in New Zealand. By featuring a wheelchair rugby player on the coin, it serves as a nod to the inclusivity and diversity of the sport, and recognizes the achievements of athletes with disabilities.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 146934 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Wheelchair Rugby) 2011 coin.
