Fast-paced action and close competition define this sporting issue, with two players challenging for possession of the ball. Here, we examine the value of the 50p Hockey, its rarity and the different versions available. The Hockey Olympics 2011 50 pence celebrates a team discipline where speed, coordination and precise stick control are essential throughout the match.
Value of the Hockey 50 pence coin 2011
Within the 50 pence list, this sporting issue sits in the middle in terms of scarcity and cannot really be considered exceptionally rare. Its collector price depends strongly on condition: examples retaining sharp details and limited wear are more desirable, while heavily circulated, scratched or damaged pieces may be worth little more than face value.
The value of the Hockey 2011 50 pence can vary noticeably depending on its state of preservation and the version concerned. Rather than looking at a single estimate, the table below gives a clearer picture of the different price levels you may encounter.
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What event is commemorated by this issue?
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The Olympic Hockey 50p coin commemorates field hockey, a fast-paced team sport in which two sides compete to move the ball with their sticks and score in the opposing goal. The discipline requires speed, accurate passing and close control, while players constantly switch between attacking and defensive roles throughout the match.
The reverse shows two female players competing for possession of the ball, illustrating the close confrontations that characterise the sport. Their positioning and movement convey the speed, coordination and constant transitions between attack and defence during a match.
Is the 50p coin Hockey part of a series?
Yes. It is one of the 29 sporting issues that make up the London 2012 Olympics 50p series. Together, these releases form an unusually broad numismatic tribute to the many disciplines contested during the event.
Collectors interested in completing the set can use the table below to navigate through the remaining sports. Each leads to further information about the discipline represented and the individual characteristics of its issue.