50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Aquatics; Silver) 2011 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Aquatics; Silver) 2011 back
50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Aquatics; Silver) 2011 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2011

50 Pence - Elizabeth II Aquatics; Silver

2011 year
Silver (.925) 8 g 27.3 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2011
Value
50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.66
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
8 g
Diameter
27.3 mm
Shape
Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#42814
Rarity index
84%

Reverse

Swimmer submerged in water, London 2012 logo above, denomination below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
london 2012
50 PENCE

Engraver: Jonathan Olliffe

Edge

Plain

Comment

This silver issue was only available in Brilliant Uncirculated and was part of the complete set of 29 coins to commemorate the London 2012 Olympic Games. It was also issued individually as well as being available in copper-nickel, and gold proof. Issue Limit: 30,000

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50p coin is that it features a unique design depicting various aquatic animals, such as a swimming dolphin, a diving whale, and a school of fish, all surrounded by waves and bubbles. This design was created by the artist Robert Evans and was the winner of a competition held by the Royal Mint to celebrate the 2011 Olympic Games in London. The coin's design is not only visually striking but also symbolizes the connection between the Olympic Games and the aquatic sports that are a part of the event.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2011  6600 - - - - - -

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