Canoeing Olympic 50p Coin 2011 – London Olympic Series

Canoeing Olympic 50p Coin 2011 – London Olympic Series

The Canoeing Olympic 50p Coin is part of the celebrated London Olympic Series. This coin was designed by Timothy Lees, a talented stone carver and member of the Royal British Sculptors. The design beautifully captures the dynamic sport of canoeing, showcasing the athleticism and skill required in this Olympic event.

Coin Specifications

Released in 2011 as part of the build-up to the London Olympic Games, this 50p coin has a circulating mintage of 2,166,500. The relatively limited mintage makes it a desirable addition for collectors of Olympic memorabilia and British decimal coinage.

Olympic Success

During the Olympic Games, Team GB demonstrated exceptional skill in canoeing events. Between the Canoe slalom and sprint competitions, British athletes secured a total of four medals, with two of these being prestigious gold medals – highlighting Great Britain’s strength in this water sport.

Production Details

This authentic coin was produced by The Royal Mint, Britain’s official coin manufacturer with over 1,100 years of minting heritage. The Royal Mint is renowned worldwide for its craftsmanship and attention to detail in producing commemorative and circulating coinage.

Add this piece of Olympic history to your collection today and own a lasting memento of the London Olympic Games.