Fast-paced team competition is at the heart of this commemorative issue, making it an appealing piece from the sporting programme. Here, we examine the value of the 50p Basketball Olympics, its rarity and the different versions available to collectors. The Basketball 2011 50 pence also offers an interesting connection between British numismatics and one of the world’s most popular sports.
Value of the Basketball 50 pence coin 2012
Among modern British British 50 pence coins, this issue attracts interest from both sports enthusiasts and collectors. Condition remains particularly important: heavily circulated examples with significant wear, scratches or damage may be worth little more than their face value, while better-preserved pieces can command a higher premium.
The table below shows the value of the Basketball 2011 50 pence across the different qualities available. It provides a quick comparison of current estimates, particularly for examples that have retained their original details and remain in good overall condition.
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What event is commemorated by this issue?
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The 50p Basketball coin London 2012 commemorates the inclusion of the sport in the programme of the Games. First introduced as a medal event in 1936, it has since become one of the most internationally followed team competitions, bringing together national squads from around the world.
During the event, both men’s and women’s tournaments were contested, with 12 teams in each competition. The United States won both gold medals, continuing the country’s long-standing dominance of the sport at international level.
Is the 50p coin Basketball part of a series?
Yes. It forms part of the 2011 50p coin Olympics series, a major commemorative programme featuring 29 different sports, with each discipline receiving its own individual issue.
If you would like to explore the complete selection, the table below provides access to the other sports in the series, with dedicated pages covering their history, rarity and current collector values.