50 Pence - Elizabeth II 5th Portrait; Team GB Olympics
2021 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 | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2021 |
| 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 |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#297864 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 60% |
Reverse
Symbols representing various sports from the Olympics, Team GB and Olympic Logo.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2020
TEAM GB
DK
Engraver: David Knapton
Edge
Plain
Comment
The design was originally released at the beginning of 2020 as part of the 2020 annual BU and Proof sets in anticipation of the games taking place in July 2020, however the Tokyo Olympics were postponed until 2021 due to the global Covid-19 pandemic. The coin was re-issued individually in Brilliant Uncirculated with colourised reverse in 2021 with an updated obverse date. The design was also struck in copper-nickel, colourised silver proof, colourised silver piedfort and gold proof. Issue Limit: 12,021.
© The Royal Mint, 2021
It has been reported that a colourised coin dated 2020 was struck in error.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, created by artist David Knapton, which showcases a dynamic composition of athletes in motion, celebrating the spirit of the Olympic Games. The coin's design is meant to convey the energy, excitement, and unity of the Olympic Games, and it is a special commemoration of Team GB's participation in the 2020 Olympics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 11865 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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