Badminton brings one of the fastest racket sports to this major commemorative programme, making the coin instantly recognisable through its sporting theme. Here, we examine the value of the 50p Badminton, its rarity and the different versions available to collectors. The Shuttlecock 2011 50 pence is one of the issues created to celebrate the disciplines featured at the Games.
Value of the Badminton 50 pence coin 2011
With 2,133,500 examples released into circulation, this issue is relatively accessible compared with the scarcer 50 pence coin releases from the same programme. Its popularity nevertheless creates steady collector demand, particularly for examples preserved in excellent condition.
The table below shows the value of the Shuttlecock 2012 50 pence according to its condition and version. Circulated examples usually remain affordable, while uncirculated and collector versions can command a higher price.
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What event is commemorated by this issue?
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The Badminton 50p coin commemorates the inclusion of the racket sport in the programme of the Games. Badminton became an official medal sport in 1992, after previously appearing as a demonstration sport. Competitors take part in men’s and women’s singles, men’s and women’s doubles, and mixed doubles, making it one of the few disciplines where both individual and team play are represented.
The 50p with Shuttlecock features the sport’s most recognisable piece of equipment alongside a diagram illustrating different badminton actions and movements. The composition reflects the speed, precision and rapid changes of direction that characterise the game, while the shuttlecock provides an immediately identifiable reference to the discipline.
Is the 50p coin Shuttlecock part of a series?
Yes. It belongs to the Olympics 50p series, a commemorative programme featuring 29 different sports, each honoured through its own individual issue.
The table below provides access to the other sports in the series, where you can discover their background, rarity and current collector values.