Released as part of the London 2012 sporting programme, this issue celebrates one of the Games’ oldest competitive disciplines. Here, we look at the value of the 50p Archery, its rarity and the different versions available to collectors. The Olympic bow and arrow 2011 50 pence remains a popular piece from the famous set of 29 sports.
Value of the Archery pence coin 2012
With 3,345,500 coins released into circulation, Archery has the highest mintage of the 29 sporting issues, making it relatively easy to find compared with the scarcer coins in the set. Even so, these 50p pieces remain popular with collectors looking to complete the full London 2012 set.
The table below shows the value of the Archery 2011 50 pence according to its condition and version. Circulated examples generally command only a modest premium, while well-preserved uncirculated and collector versions can achieve higher prices.
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What event is commemorated by this issue?
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The bow and arrow 50p coin was issued to celebrate archery as one of the sports featured at the London 2012 Olympic Games. Although dated 2011, it formed part of the programme of commemorative coins released in the build-up to the event.
Archery has a particularly long Olympic history. It first appeared at the Games in 1900 before returning permanently to the programme in 1972. In London, competitions were held at Lord’s Cricket Ground, with athletes competing in individual and team events.
Is the 50p coin Archery part of a series?
Yes. It belongs to the Olympics 50p coins series, a major commemorative programme bringing together 29 different sports, with each receiving its own individual issue. The project became particularly popular with collectors because of the challenge of completing the entire set.
If you want to explore the series further, the table below provides access to the other sports, allowing you to discover their history, rarity and current collector values.