


© The Royal Mint, 2011
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Goalball; Silver
2011 yearSilver (.925) | 8 g | 27.3 mm |
Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
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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 |
Numista | N#42839 |
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Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
A goalball player throwing a ball, London 2012 logo above, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
london 2012
Paralympic
Games
50 PENCE
Engraver: Jonathan Wren
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 & Paralympic 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 Non-circulating coin 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Goalball; Silver) 2011 from United Kingdom is that it was designed by a visually impaired artist, Chris Tipping. The coin features a goalball, a ball with a bell inside that is used in the Paralympic sport of goalball, and was created to commemorate the London 2012 Paralympic Games. The coin's design incorporates tactile features, such as raised lines and bumps, to help visually impaired people identify and handle the coin. This unique design feature makes it stand out from other coins and serves as a symbol of accessibility and inclusivity.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2011 | 5131 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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