© The Royal Mint, 2011
© The Royal Mint, 2011
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Basketball; Silver
2011 year| Silver (.925) | 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 | 2011 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| 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#37170 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Four basketball players against a textured background of a large basketball, London 2012 logo above, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
london
50 PENCE
Engraver: Sarah Payne
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: 30,000Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50p coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 2012 Olympic Games, which were held in London, United Kingdom. The coin's design depicts a basketball player in action, surrounded by the words "2012 Olympic Games" and "50 Pence". This coin was part of a series of coins issued by the Royal Mint to celebrate the Olympics, and it is a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 11445 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Basketball; Silver) 2011 coin.
