50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Modern Pentathlon; Silver) 2011 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Modern Pentathlon; Silver) 2011 back
50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Modern Pentathlon; Silver) 2011 photo
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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Modern Pentathlon; 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
Thickness
1.78 mm
Shape
Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#43018
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

A stylised image of figures carrying out the five disciplines of the modern pentathlon: fencing, running, pistol shooting, horse riding and swimming, London 2012 logo above, denomination below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
london 2012
50 PENCE

Engraver: Daniel Brittain

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: 30,000

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Modern Pentathlon; Silver) 2011 from United Kingdom is that it was minted to commemorate the 2012 Olympic Games in London, and the design on the reverse side of the coin features a depiction of a modern pentathlete in action, surrounded by the words "MODERN PENTATHLON" and "LONDON 2012".

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2011  5889 - - - - - -

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