© The Royal Mint, 2011
© The Royal Mint, 2011
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Tennis; 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#267392 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tennis ball above net, London 2012 logo above, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
london 2012
50 PENCE
Engraver: Tracy Baines
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 Tennis coin is that it was designed by sculptor and coin designer, Ian Rank-Broadley. He is known for his portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II on British coins, and this particular design features a young Queen Elizabeth II in a tennis outfit, holding a tennis racket and ball. The coin was issued to commemorate the 2011 Wimbledon Championship and is considered a rare and collectible item among coin enthusiasts.
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 (Tennis; Gold Proof) 2011 coin.
