50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Equestrian; Gold Proof) 2011 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Equestrian; Gold Proof) 2011 back
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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Equestrian; Gold Proof

2011 year
Gold (.9167) 15.5 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
Gold (.9167)
Weight
15.5 g
Diameter
27.3 mm
Shape
Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#267333
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Rider on horse jumping over a fence, London 2012 logo above, denomination below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
london 2012
50 PENCE

Engraver: Thomas Babbage

Edge

Plain

Comment

This gold proof is unique as only 1 was minted and presented to the artist.

The design was also used on the 2011 issues in copper-nickel and silver. A gold piedfort was struck in 2012 as an Olympic Medal Winners Edition.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Equestrian; Gold Proof) 2011 coin is that it features a unique equestrian design, depicting Queen Elizabeth II on horseback, which was created specifically for this coin. The design is meant to symbolize the Queen's love of horses and her commitment to the equestrian world. The coin's gold composition and intricate design make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and fans of the British royal family.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2011  1 - - - - - -

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