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

50 Pence - Elizabeth II Canoeing; 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 0.65
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#42809
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

A figure in a canoe on a slalom course, London 2012 logo above, denomination below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
london 2012
50 PENCE

Engraver: Timothy Lees

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, gold proof and gold piedfort. Issue Limit: 30,000

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Canoeing; Silver) 2011 from United Kingdom is that it features a unique design of Queen Elizabeth II engaging in the sport of canoeing, showcasing a more adventurous and active side of the monarch.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2011  8498 - - - - - -

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