Lot 97: UK 2011 London 2012 Sports Collection Sailing 50 Pence Coin
Sold for: £6
A United Kingdom 2011 commemorative 50 pence coin, forming part of the London 2012 Sports Collection. The heptagonal coin features a stylized reverse design depicting two sailing boats on water against a square grid background, with a small London 2012 Olympic logo at the top and the denomination inscribed as 50 PENCE at the base. The obverse features the fourth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin is presented in its original color-printed cardboard display card. The card features the London 2012 logo, the series title London 2012 sports collection, and the specific sport name Sailing in a stylized font. The graphic design of the card consists of an orange sail motif against a blue background. The packaging includes a protective plastic blister holding the coin in place.
Condition report:
The coin appears to be in brilliant uncirculated condition, showing high luster on both the obverse and reverse surfaces with no visible signs of wear, circulation, or environmental toning. The original cardboard presentation card remains intact, showing only minor signs of handling at the edges. The plastic blister is clear and secure.
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