50 Pence - Elizabeth II Taekwondo; Gold Piedfort
2012 year| Gold (.9167) | 31 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 | 2012 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 31 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#267390 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two taekwondo players in action, London 2012 logo above, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
london 2012
50 PENCE
Engraver: David Gibbons
Edge
Plain
Comment
This gold piedfort was struck in 2012 as an Olympic Medal Winners Edition with this design included in a set of 11 pieces (15 sets issued) commemorating the sports for which Great Britain won medal in. Issue limit: 29 (total number of medals won).
© The London Coin Company
The design was used on the 2011 copper-nickel, silver and gold proof strikes.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Taekwondo; Gold Piedfort) 2012 from United Kingdom is that it features a unique design depicting Taekwondo, a martial art that originated in Korea, on the reverse side of the coin. This design was created to commemorate the 2012 Olympic Games held in London, where Taekwondo was one of the sports featured in the competition. The coin's design is not only aesthetically pleasing but also has cultural significance, highlighting the diversity and global reach of the Olympic Games.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 15 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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