The value of the 50p Swimming depends largely on its condition and whether you own the standard issue or one of the much scarcer varieties associated with this design. Also commonly searched for as the Olympic Aquatics 2012 50 pence, this coin is part of the sporting series featuring 29 different disciplines and remains an interesting piece for collectors.
Value of the Olympic Swimming 50 pence coin 2011
The value of the Swimming 2011 50 pence depends heavily on which version you own. While the standard design is relatively common, an earlier variety is a very rare 50 pence coin and can be worth considerably more to collectors.
Condition is also important when determining the price. Well-preserved examples are generally the most desirable, while heavily worn or damaged standard coins may be worth little more than their face value. The tables below show the estimated value according to the version and condition of the coin.
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What event is commemorated by this issue?
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The Swimming 50p coin celebrates Aquatics at the Olympic Games, with a design by Jonathan Olliffe depicting an athlete moving through the water. Flowing lines across the reverse represent the surface of the pool and create a sense of movement around the athlete.
Two versions of the design exist. On the extremely rare original version, the water lines pass directly across the athlete’s face, partially obscuring the features. The design was subsequently modified so that the face appears much clearer, with the water lines reduced in this area. This revised design became the common version issued for circulation.
Is the 50p coin Swimming part of a series?
These 2 issues form part of the Olympics 50p, a collection featuring 29 different sporting disciplines. Its two distinct versions make it particularly interesting, especially because of the considerable difference in rarity and value between them.
You can also explore the other coins in the collection to discover their designs, mintages and current values, and see which examples are the easiest or most difficult to find.