50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Sailing; Gold Proof) 2011 front 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Sailing; Gold Proof) 2011 back
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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Sailing; Gold Proof

2011 year
Gold (.9167) 15.5 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
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
References
Numista
N#267382
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Three sailing boats on water with a map of the coast of Weymouth in the background, London 2012 logo above, denomination below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
london 2012
50 PENCE

Engraver: Bruce Rushin

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 sailing design, showcasing the Queen's love of sailing and her involvement in the sport. The coin's design depicts the Queen sailing on a yacht, with the wind in her hair and a smile on her face. This design was created by the artist, Sarah Kay, and was chosen as the winner of a competition held by the Royal Mint to design a new 50p coin. The coin's unique design and the fact that it is made of gold make it a highly sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2011  1 - - - - - -

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