© The Royal Mint, 2011
© The Royal Mint, 2011
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Rowing; Gold Proof
2011 year| Gold (.9167) | 15.5 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 | 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 |
| Numista | N#267379 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two people rowing with legend, London 2012 logo above, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
london 2012
EXCELLENCE FRIENDSHIP
FAIR PLAY
RESPECT
FRIENDSHIP
FAIR PLAY
RESPECT
EXCELLENCE
50 PENCE
Engraver: David Podmore
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 50p coin is that it features a unique design depicting Queen Elizabeth II rowing a boat, which was created by artist David Rowlands. This design was chosen to commemorate the 2012 Olympic Games, which were held in London that year. The coin's gold proof finish adds an extra layer of elegance and rarity to the coin, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Rowing; Gold Proof) 2011 coin.
