© The Royal Mint, 2011
© The Royal Mint, 2011
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Football; 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#43014 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
A diagrammatic explanation of the offside rule in football, London 2012 logo above, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
london 2012
OFFSIDE EXPLAINED
OFFSIDE▲
▲NOT OFFSIDE
50 PENCE
Engraver: Neil Wolfson
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 reversible design, with the football pitch depicted on one side and the Queen's portrait on the other. This innovative design was created by artist Jonathan Olliffe and was a first for a UK coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 6688 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Football; Silver) 2011 coin.
