50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Equestrian; Silver) 2011 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Equestrian; Silver) 2011 back
50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Equestrian; Silver) 2011 photo
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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Equestrian; 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#42818
Rarity index
86%

Reverse

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

Script: Latin

Lettering:
london
50 PENCE

Engraver: Thomas Babbage

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 50p coin is that it features a unique equestrian design, depicting Queen Elizabeth II on horseback. This design was created by sculptor Matthew Bonaccorsi and was originally intended to be used on a £2 coin, but was later adapted for use on the 50p coin instead. The coin's equestrian theme was chosen to celebrate the Queen's love of horses and her long history of horse breeding and riding.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2011  5382 - - - - - -

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