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Olympic Gymnastics 50p

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Olympic Gymnastics 50p - Reverse - 2011 UK 50p Coin
Price Guide
£2.00
Rarity Score 60

Coin Specifications

Denomination
50p
Year
2011
Metal
Cupro-nickel
Finish
Circulating
Mintage
1,720,813
Weight
8 g
Diameter
27.30 mm
Obverse
Ian Rank-Broadley
Reverse
Jonathan Olliffe

How much is the Olympic Gymnastics 50p worth?

As a circulating coin, the Olympic Gymnastics 50p is worth its face value of 50p. However, collectors may pay more for high-grade examples or if the coin is scarce. Check our rarity score to see how sought-after this coin is.

Olympic Gymnastics 50p Images

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Olympic Gymnastics 50p Obverse - 2011 UK 50p Coin Head Side
Obverse (Heads)
Designed by Ian Rank-Broadley
The obverse (heads side) of the 2011 50p coin featuring the portrait designed by Ian Rank-Broadley .

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Coin Description

Reverse Design: The coin's reverse features a design by silversmith Jonathan Olliffe, which depicts a rhythmic gymnast in a dynamic pose, twirling a long, swirling ribbon that wraps around the coin face.

Obverse Design: The obverse side displays the fourth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley.

Mintage: A total of 1,720,813 of these coins were minted for general circulation, making it a relatively common coin among collectors compared to some other rare 50p coins.

Collectibility: The coin is sought after by collectors as part of the complete London 2012 Olympic series. While its face value is 50p, its collector value is higher, especially for those in brilliant uncirculated condition.

About This Coin

🤸‍♀️ 2011 Olympic Gymnastics 50p
Circulating London 2012 Olympic 50p featuring a rhythmic gymnast with ribbon – a “less common” mid-tier coin in the Olympic sports set.

Summary of Value & Key Facts

The 2011 Gymnastics 50p is one of the 29 coins issued to celebrate the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. With a circulation mintage of 1,720,813, it sits in the less common bracket – not ultra-rare, but definitely scarcer than everyday commemorative 50ps, and always in demand from collectors completing the Olympic set.

📊 Key Figures

Core specifications and guide values for the standard circulating Gymnastics 50p.

Aspect Figure Notes
Denomination 50 pence Standard seven-sided UK 50p coin issued for general circulation in 2011 as part of the London 2012 sports set.
Alloy, weight & diameter Cupro-nickel, 8.00 g, 27.30 mm 75% copper, 25% nickel – standard 50p specification with a plain edge.
Mintage (circulating) 1,720,813 Official circulation mintage; typically ranked mid-table in Olympic scarcity lists.
BU mintage 145,895 Brilliant Uncirculated coins issued in Royal Mint Gymnastics packs and covers.
Designers Reverse: Jonathan Olliffe
Obverse: Ian Rank-Broadley 		Reverse shows a rhythmic gymnast and flowing ribbon; obverse carries the fourth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II.
Typical value (circulated) About £1 to £3.50 Guides and recent sales suggest ~75p for average circulated coins, up to around £3–£3.50 in excellent condition.
UNC / BU value (guide) About £5 to £10+ Coin Hunter lists BU around £5; some dealers ask up to ~£10–£15 for carded BU pieces.
💡 Collector Notes

The Gymnastics 50p is one of the most graceful designs in the Olympic set. It’s not as headline-rare as Football or Judo, but it’s a popular mid-tier coin that nearly every Olympic 50p collector needs – and rhythmic gymnastics fans especially love it.

  • Commemorative theme: Part of the official London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic 50p collection. The coin specifically celebrates rhythmic gymnastics, which combines dance, gymnastics and apparatus work (ribbons, hoops, balls, clubs and rope).
  • Design: The reverse shows a gymnast in motion with a ribbon swirling around her, the London 2012 logo above and “50 PENCE” below. Jonathan Olliffe used photos and video of real routines to capture the flowing movement of the ribbon and body.
  • Rarity in context: With just under 1.72 million in circulation, Gymnastics is noticeably scarcer than high-mintage commemorative 50ps but sits around the middle of the Olympic scarcity rankings – usually listed as a “less common” coin rather than rare.
  • Circulating vs collector versions:
    • Circulated: Found in change with typical wear and contact marks. These are the coins most people add to a circulation-quality Olympic album.
    • Brilliant Uncirculated (BU): Sold in Royal Mint sports cards and coin covers (marked 14/29). BU pieces show full lustre and sharp detail and are the preferred choice for higher-grade collections.
    • Silver / Gold issues: A sterling silver BU version (mintage 30,000) and a single 22-carat gold proof presentation piece for the designer were also produced, aimed at specialist collectors.
  • Value behaviour: Coin-value sites and dealer listings typically put circulated examples around £1–£2, with top-end circulated or “almost UNC” coins pushing higher. BU coins in original packaging usually hold their value well thanks to relatively low BU mintage and continued demand for complete Olympic sets.
  • Collecting tip: For circulation coins, look for strong, unbroken lines in the ribbon and gymnast’s outline, and as few heavy scratches as possible in the background fields. For BU or proof coins, intact original Royal Mint packaging and any certificates significantly boost long-term appeal and make authentication easier.

Overall, the 2011 Olympic Gymnastics 50p is a graceful mid-scarcity coin – visually elegant, moderately rare, and a key piece in any complete London 2012 Olympic 50p collection.